Parliament Cuts Nigel Farage Security by 75% Amid Political Tensions

Nigel Farage's taxpayer-funded security detail has been reduced by 75% by parliamentary authorities, a move Reform UK describes as inexplicable and potentially putting Farage at risk amid heightened political tensions. The party's head of policy, Zia Yusuf, accused the Labour government of inciting violence against Farage following strong criticism of his immigration policies at the Labour conference, where Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer labeled Farage's stance as racist and predicted it would divide the country. Despite Starmer later clarifying he did not believe Farage or his supporters were racist, Reform UK claims these attacks have demonized Farage and endangered him. In response, Reform donors have privately funded the shortfall in Farage's security, which traditionally costs over £1 million per year. The House of Commons declined to comment on specific security arrangements, citing safety concerns. Reform UK holds Starmer responsible if any harm comes to Farage, emphasizing the seriousness of the security downgrade amid political animosity.