Reform UK Grows Rapidly as Parties Shift Dynamics
- Reform UK is seeing a surge in membership, with over 95,000 members currently and a goal of reaching 100,000 soon.
- Party chairman Zia Yusuf links this growth to dissatisfaction among Conservative members following Kemi Badenoch's leadership changes.
- The increase in membership represents a significant shift in political dynamics, with many Conservatives feeling disillusioned.
Zia Yusuf, the chairman of Reform UK, announced a surge in membership driven by disillusionment with the Conservative Party's new leadership under Kemi Badenoch. The party is experiencing the highest rate of member sign-ups since their last conference, with expectations of surpassing 100,000 members shortly. Currently, the party has over 95,000 members, a remarkable increase from just 15,000 a year ago. Meanwhile, the Conservative Party's membership figures are reported to be dwindling. Yusuf highlighted that many Conservatives are feeling despondent as they perceive a lack of authentic representation within their party, attributing this to the influence of what he describes as the 'One Nation wets' who have taken control. The momentum behind Reform UK indicates a significant shift in the political landscape as dissatisfaction with Conservative leadership continues to grow.