Nigel Farage is accused of “protecting” a Reform UK mayoral candidate amid allegations of racist remarks toward Labour MP David Lammy, following new ITV footage. The investigation depicts conversations between Farage and senior Reform figures, including a warning that Farage was standing by the candidate despite the claims.
One outlet reports Farage was told he was “protecting” the candidate over comments described as racist, while other footage also includes additional internal criticism. The Guardian and Independent also describe Reform officials reacting to the situation, including complaints about treatment within the party. The reports reference comments attributed to the mayoral candidate, including an alleged remark that Lammy should “go home” to the Caribbean. In response, Robert Jenrick publicly defends Farage, saying Farage has “probably” done more than almost anybody to stand against racism and the far right.
The outlets agree on the existence of the ITV undercover material and the central dispute involving Farage, Reform officials, and the candidate accused of racism, while they differ in emphasis on internal exchanges and Jenrick’s defense.
