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Nigel Farage accused of racist and antisemitic behaviour during his time at school

Reform Party leader Nigel Farage
Reform Party leader Nigel Farage (Yui Mok/PA)
  • Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, is facing allegations from former schoolmates of displaying racist and antisemitic behaviour during his time at Dulwich College.
  • Accusations include making Nazi salutes, using racial slurs such as "p***" and "w**", and telling pupils of overseas heritage to "go home".
  • Award-winning director Peter Ettedgui and Professor Dave Edmonds are among those who recounted specific instances of Mr Farage's alleged offensive remarks.
  • Mr Farage emphatically denies the allegations, stating they are "entirely without foundation" and lack any contemporaneous evidence from nearly 50 years ago.
  • Reform UK suggests these claims are a "cynical attempt to smear" the party, especially as it leads in opinion polls and Mr Farage is considered a favourite for the next prime minister.
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