Poll finds significant Reform UK members support removing non-white British citizens

In Brief

Poll reveals some Reform UK members support deporting or encouraging non-white British citizens to leave.

Key Facts

• More than half of Reform UK members believe non-white British citizens born abroad should be deported or encouraged to leave the UK
• One in five Reform UK members want non-white British citizens to be removed from the UK
• Reform UK members are described as more pessimistic, angry, and extreme than the general British public
• Nigel Farage is attempting to appeal to centre-ground voters while facing pressure from the party's right flank
• A new hardline party led by Rupert Lowe has been launched, adding pressure on Reform UK

What Happened

A poll conducted among Reform UK members found that a significant portion support the deportation or encouragement of non-white British citizens born abroad to leave the UK. The study also characterized Reform members as generally more pessimistic and extreme compared to the broader British public. These findings come amid Nigel Farage's efforts to attract centre-ground voters and internal party pressures from a hardline faction led by Rupert Lowe.

Why It Matters

The poll results highlight internal divisions within Reform UK, potentially complicating Nigel Farage's strategy to broaden the party's appeal. The presence of a new hardline party could further fragment right-wing support. These dynamics may influence the party's future positioning and voter base in the UK political landscape. Reports vary on the exact proportion of Reform UK members supporting removal of non-white British citizens, with figures ranging from one in five to more than half.