Nigal Farage Stands Down As MP To Trigger By-Election

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"Comedian Jon Harvey, who regularly runs in by-elections under the pseudonym Count Binface, has confirmed he will run.
 Asked what his appeal will be to the people of Clacton, he told the Today programme: "Well, I'm not Nigel Farage."
He said he will tailor his manifesto to the constituency, but his national policies remain. He said these include a pledge to "price cap 99 Flakes at 99p", adding: "I think the Clacton folk will like that one.""

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjdg4y3g0z7o

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Well now, that's different.

(For those who aren't British:

"The phrase "99 flakes for 99 p" refers to the popular British ice cream treat consisting of a cone of soft serve ice cream topped with a Cadbury Flake, but the name 99 is not derived from the price of 99 pence. 
Key Facts:

• Origin of the Name: The most widely cited explanation, supported by Cadbury, is that the name honors the Italian monarchy.  In the days of the Italian monarchy, the King had an elite guard of 99 men, and the term "99" became synonymous with something special or first-class.  Italian ice cream makers in the UK adopted this term for their premium treats.
  
• Price Myth: It is a common misconception that the treat was named after its historical price of 99p. However, the treat dates back to the 1920s or 1930s, long before decimalization introduced the 99p price point in the UK.
  
• Alternative Theories: Other less supported theories include the name coming from a shop address (99 Portobello High Street in Scotland) or the Roman numerals for "Ice Cream" (IC) resembling 99, but these are not the official explanation. 
  

In short, "99" signifies quality based on Italian heritage, not the cost")

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That is hilarious.   Hints of crusades a comin' (?) or a revamp of Monty Python (?)

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That is hilarious.   Hints of crusades a comin' (?) or a revamp of Monty Python (?)

If only it was that easy...

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[Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kbo8pUDcHQ]

If only it was that easy...

What's really happening here? Do they all think they will lose to him?

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What's really happening here? Do they all think they will lose to him?

Thats depends on who you ask...

He's trying to dodge the Parliamentary Standards investigation by way of resignation for a start(or at least put it on hold). 

It's all about shifting the spotlight and attention away from the £5 million ""gifts"" and other intense scrutiny he's facing over undeclared donations.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1kyygjvz7go

It's not about losing to him as he already won Clacton back in 2024.

It's about not playing his game and giving him the attention he's seeking.

Let him go up against Count Binface, let's see that debate...

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Thats depends on who you ask...

He's trying to dodge the Parliamentary Standards investigation by way of resignation for a start(or at least put it on hold). 

It's all about shifting the spotlight and attention away from the £5 million ""gifts"" and other intense scrutiny he's facing over undeclared donations.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1kyygjvz7go

It's not about losing to him as he already won Clacton back in 2024.

It's about not playing his game and giving him the attention he's seeking.

Let him go up against Count Binface, let's see that debate...

Farage is saying it is an establishment hit job...

"Nigel Farage hits back in furious statement over funding row

Reform UK leader slams "establishment hit job" after new claims about his finances."

"He added: "I have done no wrongdoing, followed the rules and I am now considering legal action against The Sunday Times. It's now clear the establishment will stop at nothing to hurt Reform - we want to smash their cosy consensus.""

https://www.express.co.uk/news/politics/...e-cottrell

Let's see how far he takes this.

Is the owner of The Sunday Times really News Corp.?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/News_Corp

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Farage is saying it is an establishment hit job...

"Nigel Farage hits back in furious statement over funding row

Reform UK leader slams "establishment hit job" after new claims about his finances."

"He added: "I have done no wrongdoing, followed the rules and I am now considering legal action against The Sunday Times. It's now clear the establishment will stop at nothing to hurt Reform - we want to smash their cosy consensus.""

https://www.express.co.uk/news/politics/...e-cottrell

Let's see how far he takes this.

Is the owner of The Sunday Times really News Corp.?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/News_Corp

That old chestnut...

As to the establishment, well, he sure does know a lot of very rich people 



If they don't hold significant power and influence, im not quite sure who does...

Farage is the ""establishment.""