Rupert Lowe’s ‘olive branch’ to Farage piles more pressure on Reform leader
Rupert Lowe, leader of the Restore Britain party, attempted to offer an 'olive branch' to Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, but the gesture was rejected. The public exchange highlights the growing political rivalry between the two right-wing figures in the UK.
Why it matters
The split on the right wing of British politics could impact the electoral success of both parties as they compete for similar voter bases.
Nigel Farage and Rupert Lowe at the House of Commons in 2024. Lowe was suspended by Reform in 2025. Photograph: Maja Smiejkowska/PA Nigel Farage and Rupert Lowe at the House of Commons in 2024. Lowe was suspended by Reform in 2025. Photograph: Maja Smiejkowska/PA Restore Britain Analysis Rupert Lowe’s ‘olive branch’ to Farage piles more pressure on Reform leader Ben Quinn Political correspondent Restore leader has countered charges he’s splitting the right while showing his party is a very real obstacle for Reform
Even by the standards of their rivalry, the speed at which Rupert Lowe’s olive branch to Nigel Farage morphed into fresh recriminations between the two was swift.
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