Nigel Farage Opens 15-Point Lead Over Boris Johnson in Red Wall Poll

Nigel Farage's Reform UK party is gaining significant traction, particularly in the Red Wall constituencies, where polls show him leading ahead of Boris Johnson and other Conservative figures. Reform UK's pledges, including increasing the personal allowance and scrapping certain spending commitments, face economic skepticism but resonate with voters disillusioned with the traditional parties. Farage has delivered a harsh critique of the Conservative Party, declaring it 'over' and 'irrelevant,' dismissing Boris Johnson's potential comeback as inconsequential amid ongoing leadership speculation. Polling data reveals that while Johnson retains some support, especially among former Tories, he trails Farage substantially, with Labour leader Keir Starmer also maintaining strong backing. The Reform leader emphasizes a collapse of confidence in the two main parties, positioning his movement as a credible alternative as the next general election approaches. However, Reform UK will need to demonstrate financial credibility and governance competence in the longer term to convert current momentum into sustained electoral success.