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Reform UK Surges Among Gay Voters, Sparking Controversy

3/20/2026

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Reform UK leads among gay and bisexual men with 25% support, six points ahead of Greens and Labour.
The party has backing from heterosexual men and women, with 12% of gay and bisexual women supporting it.
Critics, including Russell T. Davies (screenwriter), say Reform's rise threatens gay rights, a view disputed by Darren Grimes (Reform UK deputy leader).

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Story summary

Reform UK leads among gay and bisexual men with 25% support, six points ahead of Greens and Labour.
The party has backing from heterosexual men and women, with 12% of gay and bisexual women supporting it.
Critics, including Russell T. Davies (screenwriter), say Reform's rise threatens gay rights, a view disputed by Darren Grimes (Reform UK deputy leader).