Controversial Poll Reveals Disturbing Beliefs Within Reform UK

Nigel Farage's attempts to appeal to centre-ground voters may cause tension in his party, according to Hope Not Hate, as a new poll reveals that more than half of Reform UK members believe non-white British citizens born abroad should be deported or encouraged to leave.

The findings come as the Reform leader tries to court mainstream voters while facing pressure from his right-flank, including a hardline new party launched by Rupert Lowe, who left Reform after falling out with Farage.

The poll, which is the first publicly available survey of Reform UK members, suggests the party is grappling with ideological divisions as it tries to broaden its appeal. Farage has sought to position Reform as a pragmatic, centre-right alternative to the Conservative Party, but the survey results indicate that a significant portion of the party's base holds hardline, anti-immigrant views.

According to the poll, 52% of Reform UK members believe that non-white British citizens born abroad should be deported, while an additional 6% think they should be encouraged to leave the country. This controversial stance contrasts sharply with Farage's attempts to broaden the party's appeal and distance it from its more extreme fringes.

The poll results highlight the dilemma facing Farage and Reform UK as they try to navigate the political landscape. While the party's hardline supporters may welcome a more aggressive stance on immigration, such views are likely to alienate the moderate voters that Farage is seeking to attract.

The findings underscore the challenges facing Farage and Reform UK as they strive to expand their support and solidify their position in the British political landscape. As the party grapples with internal divisions and pressure from its right-wing flank, the future direction of Reform UK remains uncertain.