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Farage is in the process of forming a new "top team" or "shadow
cabinet" for Reform UK, marking a move to transform the party from a
"one-man band" into a more professionalized political force preparing
for potential government.
Based on
reports from February 17, 2026, here are the key details of this development:
Key
Appointments: Farage is expected to announce four main, high-profile
spokespeople to shadow major government offices, including Robert Jenrick, who
is expected to be appointed as the Treasury spokesperson (Shadow Chancellor).
Other
Expected Roles:
Richard
Tice: The party’s deputy leader is anticipated to take responsibility for
business and energy.
Zia
Yusuf: The head of policy is expected to take the Home Office portfolio.
Strategic
Move: The appointments are designed to counter criticisms that Reform UK is too
reliant on Farage alone, allowing other figures to take the lead on key policy
areas.
Context:
This "war footing" follows a period of growth for the party,
including securing control of 10 councils and two combined authorities in the
May 2025 local elections, and rising in national opinion polls.
Further
Personnel Changes: Dr. David Bull was previously announced as the new chairman
of Reform UK to strengthen the party's organization.
This team
is being put in place as part of a strategy to challenge the current Labour
government and the Conservative opposition.
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