Overview
- The 22-year-old Oxford Brookes student, reported at 7ft 2in, shook hands with Kemi Badenoch, who thanked him as “our tallest member.”
- He says he aims to start as a councillor before seeking a Commons seat, a path that, if realised, would exceed the current Guinness mark for tallest politician.
- McAlpine publicly criticised Labour’s proposed 20% tax on inherited agricultural assets above £1 million, citing food security and countryside preservation.
- He drew a following from viral clips at events such as Cheltenham, with one video topping four million views, and this was his first party conference.
- The Daily Star reported he has faced online abuse and prompted security warnings due to his high profile and visibility.