By-election win-win for me, Reform candidate says
Reform UK candidate Robert Kenyon is contesting the Makerfield by-election, framing his candidacy as a protest against the political establishment. He has faced criticism for past comments regarding TV presenter Carol Vorderman, which he dismissed as 'squaddie banter'.
Why it matters
By-elections serve as barometers for public sentiment toward major political parties and the rise of populist candidates.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Lynette Horsburgh North West Robert Kenyon was speaking to BBC Radio Manchester The Reform UK candidate for the Makerfield by-election said the poll was a "win-win situation" for him because even if he loses he would "give the Labour Party a bloody nose".
The article focuses on the candidate's anti-establishment rhetoric and includes his defense of controversial comments, which frames the narrative around his personal brand.
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