The Reform leader was elected MP for Clacton in 2024 but resigned last month to trigger the by-election, but a satirical candidate offers his biggest challenge
The Reform leader was elected MP for Clacton in 2024 but resigned last month to trigger the by-election, but a satirical candidate offers his biggest challenge
The two main candidates in Thursday's by-election are Nigel Farage and Count Binface (AFP)
Published date: 13 August 2026 09:46 BST
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Longest ballot in UK voting history features likes of Count Binface and Howling Laud Hope alongside Reform leader
Reform UK leader dubbed the vote as the ‘people versus the establishment’ but no other major parties will contest the Clacton…
The Reform UK leader triggered the contest after deciding to stand down amidst massive scrutiny over his financial affairs
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The Reform UK leader quit as an MP to trigger the contest in protest at media and parliamentary scrutiny of donations from his…
Polling stations opened around 7:00 am and will close by 10:00 pm, with counting beginning immediately and a result expected…
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