Populist Brexiteer Nigel Farage wins first-ever seat in British parliament
SUMMARY
Populist politician Nigel Farage has won his first seat in the U.K. parliament with his right-wing Reform UK party, aiming to shake up British politics. This victory follows seven failed attempts to become a member of parliament, although Farage has served as a pro-Brexit member of the European Parliament. The win comes amid a strong election performance by Reform UK, known for its hardline stance on immigration. Exit polls suggest the party could secure 13 parliamentary seats, a significant achievement considering it failed to win any in the 2019 election.
