Nigel Farage’s Call for Election Dismissed by Major Parties

The election urged by Reform UK’s leader, Nigel Farage, amidst corruption charges, has become a source of humor. Major political parties have labeled it as a mere stunt, opting not to participate by putting forth any candidates.

August 13, 2026, 5:00 a.m. EDT – 31 minutes ago

Reform UK Leader Nigel Farage attended a news conference in central London on Monday, preparing for the Clacton by-election in eastern England, as seen in the accompanying photo by Kin Cheung (AP Photo/Kin Cheung).

Clacton-on-Sea, England — In this Victorian-era seaside retreat, often seen as past its prime, voters went to the polls on Thursday. The election was designed to be a platform for Nigel Farage, known for shaping Brexit. Farage, who leads the anti-immigrant Reform UK party, is also considered one of President Donald Trump’s closest allies in Britain.