Who are Reform UK’s members?
Reform UK’s membership has surged to over 100,000, overtaking the Conservatives. A new study reveals a predominantly older, middle-class, and online-savvy base deeply aligned with Nigel Farage’s populist leadership and right-wing values.
N igel Farage’s rallying cry of a “People’s Army” has transformed into a substantial political force as Reform UK claims a membership exceeding 100,000, surpassing the Conservative Party.
But who exactly are these members, and what drives their enthusiasm for a party with limited electoral victories? Insights from the Party Members Project, spearheaded by Queen Mary University of London and Sussex University, paint a fascinating portrait of this burgeoning movement.
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