Nigel Farage’s Reform Party is now polling at levels that suggest it could seriously shake up the next general election — and possibly return a significant number of MSPs at the next Holyrood vote. But while the headlines are big, the substance behind them is thin, especially when it comes to helping working families in Scotland.
Farage’s go-to tactic is to point fingers — usually at immigrants and vulnerable groups — blaming them for everything from NHS waiting times to low wages and the housing crisis. But what you won’t hear much from him about is the staggering inequality that’s grown under successive governments. The kind that’s seen ordinary workers squeezed while the ultra-wealthy continue to thrive.
That’s perhaps not surprising, given Farage’s background. A millionaire, former private schoolboy, and one-time commodities trader, he’s done well for himself. His political track record suggests he’s more interested in defending the status quo for the super-rich than addressing the everyday challenges most people face.
That’s why Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney is hosting an anti-Reform summit today — to push back against what he sees as a growing threat from far-right extremism. It’s not just about protecting minority communities from hate. It’s about standing up for the rights and futures of working-class Scots, too.
The summit’s timing couldn’t be more appropriate. Today also sees an open letter published by World War II veterans, urging people not to forget the past. They warn against letting hate and division take root again — a reminder that democracy must be defended, especially in uncertain times.
The message is clear: we’ve been here before, and we know where it leads. Taking on extremism isn’t just about calling it out — it’s about giving people real hope for a fairer, better future. That’s the only way to truly undercut the appeal of the far-right.
Meanwhile, away from politics, Scotland’s golfing heartland has scored a win for ordinary folk. While some courses are charging more than £500 a round, St Andrews is doing something different — offering Scots the chance to play the world-famous Old Course for just £42.50. At a time when everything feels just out of reach, that’s a small but meaningful gesture that shows tradition doesn’t have to come with an elite price tag.
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