Reform UK Activists Mobilise for Farage's Campaign in 2023

Following the recent NEC conference, Reform UK activists from Mid Kent & Faversham and Maidstone & Malling convened for their third joint meeting since the 2024 General Election. The gathering, held at the Grange Moor Hotel, saw attendance double compared to previous meetings, indicating growing support. Daniel Kersten, the party's candidate for Weald of Kent, announced the formation of another local association, highlighting the party's commitment to the upcoming county council elections in Kent. Reform UK is focusing on the May 1, 2025 elections, with all 81 wards in the region up for grabs. The party's national support is nearing 20%, and leaders aim to replicate Ukip's past successes in local elections. Maxwell Harrison, chair of the local association, expressed determination to win the next General Election, citing recent victories in local by-elections as evidence of their momentum. The meeting also included discussions on strategies to engage younger voters, a demographic where Reform UK has seen a rise in support. Surveys indicate that while the party finished fourth among 18 to 24-year-olds, it climbed to second place with those aged 25 to 34. This demographic engagement is crucial for the party's future electoral success. Despite internal challenges, including dissatisfaction with recent constitutional changes, the leadership remains focused on building a grassroots campaign. The emphasis is on organizing supporters into a cohesive force capable of contesting elections effectively, as articulated by the party's leadership in their calls for action.