Reform activists urged to switch focus from Manchester to Farage’s Clacton contest

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The Greater Manchester mayoral byelection is a significant contest in UK politics, with the region being a key battleground for parties. Nigel Farage's involvement in the Clacton contest, however, appears to be drawing attention and resources away from the mayoral race. The decision to divert focus to Clacton may indicate a strategic shift in priorities for Reform UK activists.

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Reform activists urged to switch focus from Manchester to Farage’s Clacton contest

Exclusive: Party hoped to mount serious challenge in mayoral race but attention has been diverted to Essex UK politics live – latest updates Reform UK activists have been urged to divert from the Greater Manchester mayoral byelection to support Nigel Farage’s “fake” contest 250 miles away in Clacton. A WhatsApp message shared with party members in north-west England said: “The message could not be more clear. We no…