Capital conditions
Weather in central London
Loading live conditions…
Subject
Reform UK
News London has published 10 stories involving Reform UK, from August 2026 to October 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
- Council & Politics · London
Labour projected to win 59-60 London seats in election poll
A new poll of 6,699 Londoners projects Labour could win 59 or 60 of the capital's 75 parliamentary seats at the next general election. The survey indicates a substantial rise in Labour support and a significant drop for the Conservative and Green parties.
London3 min readTrust 74 · Craft 79 · Hype 55 - Council & Politics · All London
Mayoral election: Candidates emerge as Khan's plans unclear
As the race for the next London mayoral election heats up, the Conservative party is actively shortlisting candidates. Meanwhile, Peter Murray plans to run as an independent, and the Liberal Democrats have seen two members express interest in the role.
All London2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 20 - Council & Politics · London
ITV expose prompts Hounslow council to condemn Reform UK councillors
ITV’s undercover film captured Reform UK councillors Adam Parkins and David Kerr using vulgar language and dismissive attitudes toward voters. Hounslow Labour leader Shantanu Rajawat called the comments shocking, while the party said some members have been suspended, though it did not confirm the two councillors’ status.
London3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 79 · Hype 70 
Council & Politics · All LondonHillingdon councillor criticised over immigration comment
Hillingdon councillor Sophie Dror has faced accusations of "stoking hatred" after posting a comment about immigration on social media shortly after a machete attack in Uxbridge. The remark was made in a private group and has since been deleted.
All London3 min readTrust 66 · Craft 95 · Hype 50
Council & Politics · LondonPoll: Labour to hold 52 London seats, Greens win none
A new MRP survey by More in Common indicates Labour will retain 52 of its 59 parliamentary seats in London. The poll suggests the Green Party will not win any seats in the capital, while the Conservatives are projected to gain five.
London3 min readTrust 68 · Craft 79 · Hype 30
Local News · LondonLondon safety myths debunked by KCL report, crime rates lower than perceived
A new 80‑page study by King's College London’s Policy Institute shows London has some of the lowest violent crime rates in England and Wales, yet residents overestimate personal risk, the size of the Muslim community and the existence of Sharia‑law enclaves. The report also notes a halving of nitrogen dioxide levels and a record £80 billion annual income‑tax contribution to the Treasury.
London3 min readTrust 70 · Craft 70 · Hype 45
Council & Politics · LondonReform UK mayoral candidate faces funding probe questions
Reform UK's candidate for London Mayor, Laila Cunningham, has addressed allegations of improper foreign funding for party polls. While a police investigation is underway, Cunningham stated that funds for her mayoral campaign are held in a distinct and traceable account.
London3 min readTrust 64 · Craft 95 · Hype 35
Council & Politics · LondonReform UK pledges jail for CEOs hiring illegal workers under 'Deliveroo Law'
Reform UK has announced plans to imprison company executives and fine firms 10% of global revenue if they hire illegal workers. The policy targets food delivery firms, citing Home Office data showing 42% of riders stopped in 2023 lacked proper paperwork.
London5 min readTrust 74 · Craft 64 · Hype 35
WorldFarage proposes Royal Navy to intercept Channel migrant boats under Reform plan
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has proposed using the Royal Navy to intercept small boats crossing the English Channel and return migrants to France or Belgium. The plan, called 'Operation Fortress', would involve a joint military command but no 'pushbacks', the party said. Home Office figures show 1,176 migrants crossed in the last week of August 2026.
5 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 70
Council & Politics · LondonPoll finds Londoners prefer outsider for next Tory mayoral candidate
A poll of 2,021 Londoners suggests the Conservative Party’s next mayoral candidate should avoid ties to the previous government. Former Home Secretary James Cleverly’s potential bid faces scepticism, while business and policing experience are favoured traits. The 2028 election is still four years away.
London5 min readTrust 74 · Craft 87 · Hype 55