Chris Mason: Punchy Lib Dems use Reform UK as call to action
Published: 9/23/2025

Liberal Democrat's Sir Ed Davey's speech at the conference focused on targeting Reform leader Nigel Farage, with over 30 references made. The party aims to use Farage's rise to motivate activists and attract funding and recruits. The Lib Dems are doubling down on being aggressive in their arguments and hope to hold Farage accountable for past remarks while navigating the changing political landscape.