US EditionFarage’s Reform UK hails a ‘big moment’ as it wins a seat in Parliament, eyes local election gains
- Reform UK led by Nigel Farage won a parliamentary by-election in Runcorn and Helsby on May 2, 2025, by six votes, marking its first parliamentary seat win.
- The by-election followed the conviction of Labour MP Mike Amesbury, triggering the vote and reflecting rising voter dissatisfaction with the two main parties.
- Reform UK gained dozens of council seats, including a mayoralty in Greater Lincolnshire, signifying growing support at local levels and challenges to Labour and Conservative dominance.
- Reform secured 26 percent in recent polls, topping Labour by three points in YouGov, while Farage called the results “a very, very big moment indeed” for the party.
- These election outcomes indicate Britain's political landscape is fragmenting with Reform UK emerging as a significant force, challenging established parties ahead of the likely 2029 general election.
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