Keir Starmer criticized Reform for engaging in divisive politics during a heated exchange at PMQs. The Prime Minister called on Reform UK’s chief whip to question Nigel Farage about allegations of past racist and antisemitic remarks. Starmer cleverly responded to the challenge by joking about the comedic skills of the Reform MP. He pointed out instances where Farage failed to condemn troubling statements made by his party members. The back-and-forth banter between Starmer and Reform’s representatives drew mixed reactions from the audience.

This confrontation follows a recent incident where Starmer labeled the Reform chief as “utterly spineless” for not condemning offensive remarks made by a Reform UK councillor. In a previous PMQs session, Starmer condemned Farage for neglecting to denounce appalling comments, opting instead to highlight his council’s actions on asylum hotels. The ongoing tension escalated when Labour MP Darren Paffey raised concerns about derogatory comments made by another Reform UK member, Andy Osborn.

During the latest PMQs, the PM was challenged to assure that council elections will proceed as scheduled next year. The exchange culminated in a taunt directed at Starmer to show courage. The ongoing disputes shed light on the internal conflicts within Reform UK and their handling of controversial statements made by party members.