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Farage in neo Nazi videos

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Wyllow3 Sat 11-Apr-26 22:38:09

Guardian, March 17th: we missed this at the time:
Newly unearthed Nigel Farage videos reveal support for rioter, neo-Nazi event and far-right slogans

www.theguardian.com/uk-news/ng-interactive/2026/mar/17/nigel-farage-videos-support-rioter-neonazi-event-far-right-slogans

Allira Sun 12-Apr-26 11:12:28

Basgetti

Whitewavemark2

Everything crossed for Hungary today.

Despite Trump giving his full support to Orban, it looks as if this election will see an end to Orban’s. reign.

Are international observers being allowed ?
Can’t see the repugnant Orban giving up without a fight.

Are we allowed to comment on the affairs of a foreign country or is it against GN rules? 🤔

Basgetti Sun 12-Apr-26 11:08:21

Whitewavemark2

Everything crossed for Hungary today.

Despite Trump giving his full support to Orban, it looks as if this election will see an end to Orban’s. reign.

Are international observers being allowed ?
Can’t see the repugnant Orban giving up without a fight.

Allira Sun 12-Apr-26 11:06:50

Grandmabatty

Fallingstar, nanna8 frequently opines on subjects that she doesn't have full facts upon because she lives in Australia.

And do you always have the full facts when you opine about matters occurring in other lands?

If so, do enlighten us all so that we may be fully aware before we post an opinion, in case we are subjected to a pile on.

Thank you.

Basgetti Sun 12-Apr-26 11:05:48

nanna8

I have never seen anything antisemitic in any of Farage’s speeches. He concentrates on boat migrants and I have listened to most of his speeches. I don’t particularly like the man but trying to shock people into disliking him with untrue comments doesn’t help.

Were the stories of Jewish people who went to senior school with him not published in Australia?

LemonJam Sun 12-Apr-26 11:01:52

Fallingstar 10.59- you make a very good point 👏

LemonJam Sun 12-Apr-26 11:01:00

Sir Ian Cheshire is the incoming of com Chair replacing previous Tory Peer Lord Michael Grade. This represents a shift to a city business grandee with experience in public sector regulation and a less overtly political figure.

It's a huge role with much challenge so change won't happen overnight.

Cossy Sun 12-Apr-26 10:59:06

Fallingstar

And for those who bleat about how terrible anti semitism is but support Farage, you should really have a serious word with yourself about what the far right are all about.

👍👏👏👏👏👏👏

MaizieD Sun 12-Apr-26 10:53:30

LemonJam

Graphite 10.06.

I share your frustration. I'm hoping, though holding my breath, the new head of Ofcom will sharpen and strengthen Ofcom's regulatory teeth and take action against Farage's broadcasting roles.

I understand that this report has been sent to Ofcom:

How GB News became Reform TV

An investigation for The New World shows how the right wing channel is being allowed to pump out Reform propaganda and drive a coach and horses through broadcasting laws. Finally, will the regulator now act?

www.thenewworld.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/03/GB-News-Dossier.pdf

The methodology for the preparation of the report is explained in its text.

I do recall that at one stage Ofcom (to which GBNews has been reported on several occasions) ruled that it was an 'entertainment channel, and so not subject to the same regulation as news broadcasts, a judgement which raised many eyebrows at the time, but I hope that a new head of Ofcom will look at it afresh.

LemonJam Sun 12-Apr-26 10:21:44

Graphite 10.06.

I share your frustration. I'm hoping, though holding my breath, the new head of Ofcom will sharpen and strengthen Ofcom's regulatory teeth and take action against Farage's broadcasting roles.

LizzieDrip Sun 12-Apr-26 10:16:45

Thanks for that insight Graphite.

What a sh** show😡

LemonJam Sun 12-Apr-26 10:15:54

nanna8 "I have never seen anything antisemitic in any of Farage’s speeches. He concentrates on boat migrants and I have listened to most of his speeches. I don’t particularly like the man but trying to shock people into disliking him with untrue comments doesn’t help".

nanna8- the right wing media outlets here in the UK also chose not to publish Farage's Cameo video content also, though the centrist/left leaning guardian did .

It appears your Australian media outlets chose not to publish the factual content evidencing Farage’s fascist, antisemitic video content in addition. However the Guardian article link is available in this thread for you to view Farage’s fascist, antisemitic video content for yourself.

We all have different views and political allegances but I hope for UK political leaders that don't sell fascist, antisemitic videos for cash. It seems Farage has reflected and agrees that was not a good look for him also once exposed as after the Guardian published the article he "paused' his Cameo account.

Graphite Sun 12-Apr-26 10:06:06

I’m bemused as to why Farage is allowed to get away with all this.

Because Daniel Isaac Greenberg CB the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards is ineffective.

I have written to his office sevreal times, with evidence, about clear breaches standards by Reform and former Reform MPs but nothing happens.

I just receive this standard response:

The Commissioner is in general expressly prevented by the Procedural Protocol in respect of the Code of Conduct from investigating a Member’s views or opinions, including those expressed on social media. So he will not be opening a formal investigation into the matters you have raised.

Which is odd seeing as the Commissioner is supposed to be in charge of regulating MPs' conduct and propriety.

In other words, I’ve being told that MPs can be as offensive as they like, can incite as much hatred and civil disturbance as they like, and the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards will do nothing.

While Farage tends to be more careful about what he says, Rupert Lowe's racism is utterly out control on social media. His ranting for cash on X is on a par with Trump but Greenberg will do nothing.

LizzieDrip Sun 12-Apr-26 09:53:54

Totally agree Fallingstar.

I’m bemused as to why Farage is allowed to get away with all this.

Since becoming the MP for Clacton he hasn’t held a constituency surgery, yet he’s spent hours (whilst being paid by the tax payer as an MP) making Cameo videos for money.

Farage is the leader of a UK political party! Would we put up with Ed Davey selling misogynistic, far-right supporting comments online?

Farage appears to ‘get away with murder’. He disgusts me!

MaizieD Sun 12-Apr-26 09:50:09

It makes one wonder who is behind the pressure for politicians to resign, when Farage and his supporters seem to be immune.

It's money, isn't it. Look at the rightwing press. Who owns it? What are their 'beliefs? Who would benefit from Farage being in power?

Pressure on politicians to resign always comes from the media.

Jane43 Sun 12-Apr-26 09:46:38

ronib

Isn’t Canada allowing euthanasia for the masses?

What? That is such an offensive and misleading statement, Canada has had Medical Assistance in Dying legislation since 2016, there are guidelines for its administration and it has to be applied for and granted. My husband’s aunt who was in her 90s had such a poor quality of life that she applied for it and it was granted, she was able to choose where and when it was administered and who should be with her, she passed away peacefully with her two daughters by her side.

twaddle Sun 12-Apr-26 09:45:15

Fallingstar

What we need to ask is why any serving politician in any other party if found to have made anti semitic remarks historically or supported anti semitic videos would automatically be pressured to resign whilst Farage, the leader of an increasingly popular political party is not.

It makes one wonder who is behind the pressure for politicians to resign, when Farage and his supporters seem to be immune.

Witzend Sun 12-Apr-26 09:40:01

TBH I find Farage repulsive anyway, physically as well as everything else, so avoid watching anything about him.

Fallingstar Sun 12-Apr-26 09:37:24

What we need to ask is why any serving politician in any other party if found to have made anti semitic remarks historically or supported anti semitic videos would automatically be pressured to resign whilst Farage, the leader of an increasingly popular political party is not.

Jane43 Sun 12-Apr-26 09:34:17

Whitewavemark2

Everything crossed for Hungary today.

Despite Trump giving his full support to Orban, it looks as if this election will see an end to Orban’s. reign.

I do hope so. Trump and Vance are such hypocrites, they made such a fuss about a few UK Labour Party members going to the USA to canvass for Democrats at their own expense and in their own time.

Macaydia Sun 12-Apr-26 09:33:17

Grandmabatty

Fallingstar, nanna8 frequently opines on subjects that she doesn't have full facts upon because she lives in Australia.

I don't see how living in Australia could skew public facts.

Are any of you close and personal friends with Farage or do you get your information from the internet news?

twaddle Sun 12-Apr-26 09:32:23

Galaxy

Antisemitism and his attitude to women were referenced in the op.

OK! Thanks for the explanation. So you were referring to two separate issues.

I disagree with you about the threat to Jews from the likes of Farage or West. Whether or not there are bigger threats doesn't excuse their anti-semitism

Maremia Sun 12-Apr-26 09:29:42

Can anyone remember those absolutely anti-semitic taunts that Farage made to his then school mates?
Not once, not twice but frequently, even in his senior years.
Should be easy enough to find the actual quotes.
What about those paid for 'cameos' he made for only his fans?

Fallingstar Sun 12-Apr-26 09:26:30

Grandmabatty

I'm perfectly happy for people in different countries having opinions, after all many of us have strong opinions on Trump etc al. However, whatever your opinion, you cannot say Farage hasn't made anti semitic comments when they are well documented. That needs corrected

Yes. That is what I am trying to say.

Grandmabatty Sun 12-Apr-26 09:23:33

I'm perfectly happy for people in different countries having opinions, after all many of us have strong opinions on Trump etc al. However, whatever your opinion, you cannot say Farage hasn't made anti semitic comments when they are well documented. That needs corrected

Meandrogrog Sun 12-Apr-26 09:21:21

nanna8

I have never seen anything antisemitic in any of Farage’s speeches. He concentrates on boat migrants and I have listened to most of his speeches. I don’t particularly like the man but trying to shock people into disliking him with untrue comments doesn’t help.

Why let the truth get in the way of a good leftie hate fest!