Farage Calls for Reindustrialisation, Critiques Net Zero Policies

Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK party, has called for the 'reindustrialisation' of Britain, criticizing the government's net zero policies and advocating for increased domestic production of gas, oil, and steel. Speaking at the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship conference, he emphasized the need for a significant shift in attitude toward energy independence and manufacturing, arguing that closing down local industries only shifts production to countries with lower environmental standards. Farage's remarks come amidst a surge in popularity for Reform UK, which is now polling ahead of both Labour and the Conservatives. He also challenged the notion that the Conservative Party represents the right, claiming it has failed to deliver on key issues like immigration and taxation. Meanwhile, Kemi Badenoch has distanced herself from the net zero target, stating it was a mistake to set such ambitious goals without a clear implementation plan. Both leaders reflect a growing skepticism of climate policies within parts of the UK right wing.