Farage says deal with Tories ‘as they are’ would cost Reform UK votes, as he denies election pact – UK politics live

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 12 min read 100% complete by Andrew SparrowDecember 3, 2025 at 11:31 AM

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A Financial Times article suggests Reform UK leader Nigel Farage anticipates a pre-election agreement with the Conservative party, potentially a merger or cooperation, to improve Reform's chances of victory. Sources claim Farage believes any deal would be on his terms, citing a past betrayal by the Tories. Farage has publicly denied the story, stating he would never work with the Conservatives due to their dishonesty and that Reform UK aims to replace them as a national party after the May elections in Scotland and Wales. While dismissing a deal with the current Conservative party, Farage hinted at a "reverse takeover" after the May elections, suggesting a potential future alliance under different circumstances. The article highlights the possibility of shifting political dynamics between the two right-wing parties in the UK.

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UK 40% Conservative party ×260% Tories ×260% Nigel Farage ×480% Reform UK ×380%

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