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Chris Mason: It's far from certain whether by-election will strengthen Farage

Chris Mason: It's far from certain whether by-election will strengthen Farage
BBC News Wednesday 08 July 2026, 11:33 UTC 1 min read
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The Reform UK leader faces a challenge from Count Binface as the main parties rule out standing in Clacton.

The Reform UK leader faces a challenge from Count Binface as the main parties rule out standing in Clacton.
Chris Mason (PERSON) Farage The Reform (ORG) UK (LOCATION) Binface (ORG) Clacton (LOCATION)
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