Politics · 14 August 2026

Nigel Farage won't attend Clacton vote count after police disruption warning

Nigel Farage said he won't go to the Clacton byelection count after Essex police warned of an "organised campaign" to disrupt it. The Reform UK leader claimed a "resounding victory" during a Farage Fest event in Essex. Ian Davidson, the acting returning officer, said a "robust policing operation" was in place at the count.

By BriefTea Editorial · 14 August 2026 at 5:46

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