Count Binface challenges Nigel Farage in Clacton byelection showdown
Parody candidate Count Binface will challenge Nigel Farage in the anticipated Clacton byelection, following Farage's resignation as MP on Tuesday. Binface, a creation of comedian Jon Harvey, called Farage's situation a political self-detonation and expressed uncertainty about his chances despite a boost in interest for his upcoming comedy show. The byelection now shapes up as a two-man.
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Published 08 Jul 2026, 17:36 UTC · Updated 08 Jul 2026, 18:20 UTC
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