Nigel Farage's Reform UK Gains Momentum as Tories Face Internal Struggles

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch battles defections and a rising Reform UK membership, while Labour watches the right-wing rivalry intensify ahead of key local elections.

Nigel Farage's Reform UK claims its membership has surpassed the Conservative Party's, with media verification supporting the figure's authenticity.
Defections from the Tories to Reform UK, including former MPs and donors, have heightened tensions, with fears of further high-profile switches looming.
Kemi Badenoch faces criticism for her leadership approach, internal party discord, and her handling of the Reform UK challenge, including a public spat over membership figures.
Labour, led by Keir Starmer, faces its own challenges, including declining approval ratings and economic concerns, but views the Tory-Reform rivalry as an opportunity to solidify its position.
The upcoming May local elections are expected to be a pivotal test for both the Conservatives and Reform UK, with significant losses or gains likely to reshape the political landscape.