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Reform UK's Makerfield candidate criticizes Brexit as harmful and nationalistic

Reform UK's Makerfield candidate criticizes Brexit as harmful and nationalistic

27 Mayıs 2026The Guardian
  • Robert Kenyon, the Reform UK candidate for the Makerfield byelection, has criticized Brexit as an economically damaging initiative. His remarks, made on a rugby league forum in 2016, describe the promotion of Brexit by politicians as 'nationalistic pish.' This revelation raises questions about his allegiance to the…
  • Brexit has been a polarizing issue in British politics since the 2016 referendum, with various political figures and parties taking strong stances either for or against it. Reform UK, founded by Nigel Farage, has positioned itself as a staunch pro-Brexit party, making Kenyon's comments particularly controversial.
  • Kenyon's statements highlight a growing rift within the Reform UK party regarding Brexit, a cornerstone of its identity. His candidacy may now be viewed with skepticism by both voters and party loyalists who expect unwavering support for Brexit.
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