Overview

• At the Birmingham conference, Nigel Farage said Reform is on track for government and urged members to prepare for a possible 2027 election.
• He brought his speech forward after Angela Rayner resigned as deputy prime minister and deputy Labour leader, predicting a "big rift" in Labour.
• Reform announced a government-preparation unit with former chairman Zia Yusuf named head of policy, and Farage outlined pledges to prosecute shoplifters and scrap Labour’s non‑dom tax.
• Reports said the party is considering a US‑style "cabinet of all the talents" that could include appointing peers as ministers, prompting questions about democratic accountability.
• Reform has led some national polls despite holding four MPs, while opponents and commentators said its headline promises lack detail and feasibility.