Overview
- Coogan told The Big Issue that Reform UK is "anti-human rights," warning that protections are being treated as expendable.
- He said the party views human-rights safeguards as mere bureaucracy or "red tape."
- He cited Gaza and recent US attacks on boats as context for his concern, accusing leaders of acting as if they can "do what the f*** they like."
- News outlets reporting the interview said they sought comment from the Nigel Farage-led party, with no response recorded.
- Coogan also promoted his film Saipan, opening in the UK on 23 January, saying he pushed for a more even-handed portrayal of the Keane–McCarthy feud and aligned with Mick McCarthy for the film.