Nigel Farage's Reform cracks open UK’s two-party system.
Britain’s major parties are losing ground as voter frustration grows—niche forces like Nigel Farage’s Reform UK are now filling the void. A new FT analysis highlights a growing political vacuum as disillusionment with both Labour and the Tories deepens.
Labour under Keir Starmer is criticized for lacklustre reforms and fiscal caution, while the Conservatives are still recuperating from past leadership scandals. With both parties seen as underwhelming, voters are turning to Reform, attracted by its mix of cultural conservatism and populist economic pledges.
Recent polls show Reform surging—some suggest it could eclipse traditional parties in a general election. But analysts caution: sustained governance, beyond protest votes, remains a challenge for the party.
As Britain seeks stability, this fragmentation may continue. Unless Labour or the Tories pivot decisively, Reform's rise could redefine the political landscape.
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