Undercover investigation reveals Reform UK candidates making inflammatory statements
Politics · 17 October 2026
Written by AI from multiple news reports
An ITV undercover investigation has caught Reform UK members making offensive comments about Muslims and asylum seekers. One activist, who wanted to become an MP, said Muslims "cannot be British" and called for asylum seekers to be held in "concentration camps." He also said he would be pleased if Muslims left their faith. Reform UK leader Nigel Farage was filmed apparently defending a mayoral candidate accused of racism. Reform MP Sarah Pochin said the party treats women badly and excludes them. The Labour Party's Bridget Phillipson said Farage was "completely unfit to lead" and that the problems reached the top of the party. Reform UK said it has opened investigations into members who "clearly behaved inappropriately" and that racism has no place in the party.