# UK political cooperation tensions involving Reform UK

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/uk-political-cooperation-tensions-involving-reform-uk
> Updated: 2026-08-22T11:10:18.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Political cooperation involving Reform UK has faced significant obstacles from various parties. Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, rejected a potential deal with Restore Britain due to antisemitism allegations involving a co-founder of the latter group. Reform UK stated that any talks would be contingent on action against individuals described as ‘antisemitic and extreme racists’.

Separately, Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has ruled out forming a coalition or electoral deal with Reform UK following the next general election. Badenoch rejected the idea of a “monstrous Reform/Conservative hybrid” government, expressing a preference for a fresh election instead. She also criticized Nigel Farage and party defectors, describing them as “some of the most dishonest people I have ever met in my entire life”.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-22: Kemi Badenoch rejects potential deals with Reform UK

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has rejected any future electoral deals with Reform UK, labeling party defectors as “dishonest” and stating she would prefer a new election over a coalition with Nigel Farage.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kemi-badenoch-rejects-potential-deals-with-reform-uk

### 2026-08-09: Nigel Farage rejects Restore Britain deal over antisemitism concerns

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has ruled out a political alliance with Restore Britain unless the party expels a co-founder accused of antisemitism following controversial remarks.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigel-farage-rejects-restore-britain-deal-over-antisemitism-concerns

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