Friend or foe? Tories grapple with rise of Reform

Published: 10/7/2025
Friend or foe? Tories grapple with rise of Reform
Tories are grappling with the rise of Reform UK, as Nigel Farage's party gains momentum and attracts defectors from the Conservative Party. In the face of Reform's electoral challenge, Conservative leaders are hesitant to engage with or attack Farage directly. The party is divided on how to respond, with some calling for a shift to the right in policies to distinguish their values and attract voters in the upcoming elections.