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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Alex Ross

Reform UK leader accused of making unsubstantiated claims

Reform UK Nigel Farage United Kingdom Care4Calais
  • Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, claimed at a press conference that asylum seekers exploit the UK system, receive benefits, and work illegally.
  • His remarks followed an incident where protesters reportedly attempted to enter a hotel housing asylum seekers in Canary Wharf.
  • Charities like Care4Calais and Hope Not Hate criticised Farage, accusing him of spreading "unevidenced fears" and divisive "populist politics".
  • Care4Calais stated Farage's rhetoric sows division and endangers people seeking sanctuary, drawing parallels to past race riots.
  • Farage also alleged a "cover-up" regarding an alleged rape in Nuneaton and made unsubstantiated claims about safety in London, which were refuted by the Mayor's office.

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Nigel Farage accused of spreading ‘unevidenced fears’ about asylum seekers

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