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Nigel Farage blames staff incompetence for half empty Reform UK hall

Original: WATCH: Nigel Farage blames "staff incompetence" for a half empty hall at Reform UK's event in London

Nigel Farage blamed "staff incompetence" after Reform UK's event in London drew a noticeably half empty hall. Footage of the remarks circulated widely, drawing mockery from critics who read it as an embarrassing turnout for the party, while supporters debated whether the explanation was fair or whether expectations had simply been set too high.

Why now: The awkward contrast between Reform UK's claims of surging support and the poorly attended London event made the footage a talking point.

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