finally a party that is for Britain and not the uk invented by Blair, who would want to reform the uk. if restore did get into power i would like to hear his stance on devolution, especially in Scotland as a Scot I would like to see the Scottish assembly (definitely not a parliament) abolished
Rupert delivered probably the most patriotic speech since the Tango advert, where a French student said he didn’t like blackcurrant Tango, and the guy threatens to fight France.
Great news. I'm a Restore member since launch so I've just joined my first ever party. Can now cast a positive vote in a general election for the first time in decades. I think the "splitting the vote" is way too early. It could be years before Starmer is booted and God knows what state things will be in then.
In the YouTube comments someone made a good point, I'd never thought about. Which is older PMs aren't concerned about their career after politics, and can say what they think. Recent PMs have seen the premiership as part of a career bucket list, and not one that should sully their global profile. This goes a long way to explaining why nothing important ever gets done.
They are on a promise of a speaking tour when they are no longer PM. Why would anyone pay Theresa May between $100,000 to $250,000 for an hour long speech?
Indeed. Or why Boris needed financial help to refurnish the No.10 flat, but managed to snag an Oxfordshire manor house subsequently. Sunak was CEO of Britain plc for a bit. Starmer has managed to invert the aphorism that advisers advise and ministers decide. People begrudge Truss her PM pension but she seems to have missed out on the gravy train.
I recall a sting operation on a famous English football manager on how in the modern age he got his cut of transfer fees. In the old days you got a big bag of cash, nowadays you get a far east speaking tour say a few words, shake some hands and get a ridiculous fee. No risk. Politics similar; hedge funds, lobbyist firms etc all giving well paid speaking engagements. Go figure.
I was initially despondent about Rupert's announcement but after Ben Habib's video am more optimistic. The vote is going to be split no matter what happens and I agree that Farage isn't really fundamentally different from the Tories. I don't agree that Britain can be saved, the demography is inevitable given the birth rates and outward migration of British people. I would rather go down voting for what I believe in than compromising like a Quisling.
I really like Rupert but I can’t support this move. We’ve got to be pragmatic and the only route to changing our country’s trajectory is with Reform. This move will splinter votes and help the left. Crazy decision driven by egos.
I would wait to see what will happen with Advance / Restore before deciding. If they start to get some serious votes, including Nick Buckley doing well in the Gorton by-election, I suspect Farage will change tack and move further to the right.
As for who you'll vote for at the next election you have no idea, because it is very unlikely Advance/Restore will run in every seat. They will target the seats they think they can run a good candidate in and win, as Reform did last time, which meant I could not vote for them as they didn't stand a candidate here.
I urge you and everyone else out there to think carefully about what happened when millions of people didn't vote in 2024. We got Starmer, who cannot be removed by the people, and his party might find it very difficult to remove him too. I would say it is much better to vote Reform at say a local or national level than sit at home and watch Labour, Green, Lib Dems or Cons win the seat.
Great news for that small percentage of us who are steeped in politics and can see the differences and nuances. However, publicity will be key. If no MSM channels are carrying anything about Lowe, or if reports portray him as a bonkers TR type, there will be no traction. People (voters) will continue watching Sky, Dancing with Slebs, football and will recognise “Nigel” and the turquoise of Reform. I wish it would change, but can’t see it. No mainstream outlet will carry Restore’s message and I would not be surprised if they lost their deposit in Gorton. Sad, but not surprised.
They’re not standing in Gorton to my knowledge. Nick Buckley is standing for Advance, but they haven’t merged yet and that was decided before Restore launched.
Like the philosophy about prioritising Britain , it would be reassuring to hear early messages that putting the country is really the priority and that restore/advance and reform would put the country first and their differences aside to work together if it was necessary ie in a hung parliament - what then ? . So looking for hope for this country - this development is a glimmer of light on the horizon , but can differences be set aside if needed - that is the mark of true putting the country first .
finally a party that is for Britain and not the uk invented by Blair, who would want to reform the uk. if restore did get into power i would like to hear his stance on devolution, especially in Scotland as a Scot I would like to see the Scottish assembly (definitely not a parliament) abolished
Rupert delivered probably the most patriotic speech since the Tango advert, where a French student said he didn’t like blackcurrant Tango, and the guy threatens to fight France.
Great news. I'm a Restore member since launch so I've just joined my first ever party. Can now cast a positive vote in a general election for the first time in decades. I think the "splitting the vote" is way too early. It could be years before Starmer is booted and God knows what state things will be in then.
Thank you, Nick.
This news is an answer to many prayers and is wonderful. Hope at last.
Looking forward to your next commentary!
Rupert is right about everything:
Migration, Culturally, economically, religiously. Literally everything.
This is what I’ve been waiting for, finally some good news.
This is good news. I respect Rupert Lowe and I would vote for his party. It certainly won’t be controlled by Israel like the other option.
In the YouTube comments someone made a good point, I'd never thought about. Which is older PMs aren't concerned about their career after politics, and can say what they think. Recent PMs have seen the premiership as part of a career bucket list, and not one that should sully their global profile. This goes a long way to explaining why nothing important ever gets done.
They are on a promise of a speaking tour when they are no longer PM. Why would anyone pay Theresa May between $100,000 to $250,000 for an hour long speech?
Indeed. Or why Boris needed financial help to refurnish the No.10 flat, but managed to snag an Oxfordshire manor house subsequently. Sunak was CEO of Britain plc for a bit. Starmer has managed to invert the aphorism that advisers advise and ministers decide. People begrudge Truss her PM pension but she seems to have missed out on the gravy train.
I recall a sting operation on a famous English football manager on how in the modern age he got his cut of transfer fees. In the old days you got a big bag of cash, nowadays you get a far east speaking tour say a few words, shake some hands and get a ridiculous fee. No risk. Politics similar; hedge funds, lobbyist firms etc all giving well paid speaking engagements. Go figure.
I was initially despondent about Rupert's announcement but after Ben Habib's video am more optimistic. The vote is going to be split no matter what happens and I agree that Farage isn't really fundamentally different from the Tories. I don't agree that Britain can be saved, the demography is inevitable given the birth rates and outward migration of British people. I would rather go down voting for what I believe in than compromising like a Quisling.
This is one of the most exciting political developments in my lifetime.
I really like Rupert but I can’t support this move. We’ve got to be pragmatic and the only route to changing our country’s trajectory is with Reform. This move will splinter votes and help the left. Crazy decision driven by egos.
Crazy decision driven by ego was Farage getting rid of Rupert.
Reform have moved to the centre. They are no longer a right wing party.
What Nick said 👏
Indeed it was crazy but this move is driven by egos getting in the way of fixing our country.
crazy decision driven by ego was farage trying to put lowe in prison becasue people where starting to like Rupert better
I would wait to see what will happen with Advance / Restore before deciding. If they start to get some serious votes, including Nick Buckley doing well in the Gorton by-election, I suspect Farage will change tack and move further to the right.
As for who you'll vote for at the next election you have no idea, because it is very unlikely Advance/Restore will run in every seat. They will target the seats they think they can run a good candidate in and win, as Reform did last time, which meant I could not vote for them as they didn't stand a candidate here.
I urge you and everyone else out there to think carefully about what happened when millions of people didn't vote in 2024. We got Starmer, who cannot be removed by the people, and his party might find it very difficult to remove him too. I would say it is much better to vote Reform at say a local or national level than sit at home and watch Labour, Green, Lib Dems or Cons win the seat.
As for Duncan Bannatyne, Watch "Comfort and Joy"
I’m sad about this. I know what you mean about Farage and Reform but this will surely let the left stay in power
Great news for that small percentage of us who are steeped in politics and can see the differences and nuances. However, publicity will be key. If no MSM channels are carrying anything about Lowe, or if reports portray him as a bonkers TR type, there will be no traction. People (voters) will continue watching Sky, Dancing with Slebs, football and will recognise “Nigel” and the turquoise of Reform. I wish it would change, but can’t see it. No mainstream outlet will carry Restore’s message and I would not be surprised if they lost their deposit in Gorton. Sad, but not surprised.
They’re not standing in Gorton to my knowledge. Nick Buckley is standing for Advance, but they haven’t merged yet and that was decided before Restore launched.
Ah, OK thanks. Maybe Nick will campaign as a proxy?
Bad move. We need to get Labour out.
Like the philosophy about prioritising Britain , it would be reassuring to hear early messages that putting the country is really the priority and that restore/advance and reform would put the country first and their differences aside to work together if it was necessary ie in a hung parliament - what then ? . So looking for hope for this country - this development is a glimmer of light on the horizon , but can differences be set aside if needed - that is the mark of true putting the country first .