Nigel Farage resigns, comedian Jon Harvey to challenge in by-election
Nigel Farage resigned as an MP on July 10, 2026, prompting a by-election in Clacton-on-Sea, where comedian Jon Harvey will challenge him as Count Binface. Farage faces scrutiny over undisclosed donations and has described the election as a chance for voters to reject political establishment. Major parties in the UK have opted not to contest the by-election.
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Published 09 Jul 2026, 18:57 UTC · Updated 09 Jul 2026, 19:30 UTC
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