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Farage Regrets Minority Control Amid Worcestershire's Financial Crisis

3/14/2026

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Nigel Farage, Reform UK leader, regrets Reform UK's minority control of Worcestershire County Council.
Worcestershire faced financial troubles and a near-9% council tax rise.
Farage said the party inherited a virtually bankrupt council and defended its budget.
George Finch, leader of Warwickshire County Council and the youngest UK council leader, faces a no-confidence vote.
In Swindon, local leaders highlight improvements and investments.

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Nigel Farage, Reform UK leader, regrets Reform UK's minority control of Worcestershire County Council.
Worcestershire faced financial troubles and a near-9% council tax rise.
Farage said the party inherited a virtually bankrupt council and defended its budget.
George Finch, leader of Warwickshire County Council and the youngest UK council leader, faces a no-confidence vote.
In Swindon, local leaders highlight improvements and investments.