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The latest news and top stories on Nigel Farage, a prominent British politician. Known for his significant role in the Brexit movement, he served as a Member of the European Parliament for over two decades and led the UK Independence Party. He founded the Brexit Party, later rebranded as Reform UK, which he now leads and represents as Member of Parliament for Clacton. His career highlights include campaigning for the UK’s departure from the European Union and influencing national debate on immigration and sovereignty. Farage’s expertise lies in populist politics and broadcasting, having also worked as a commodities trader.

Lee Sheung-yuen, a former director of Hong Kong’s Economic and Trade Offices in Jakarta and Bangkok, is standing in local elections in Britain for the Reform UK party. Photo: Handout

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Former Hong Kong trade office chief contesting UK local elections for Reform

Former trade office director Lee Sheung-yuen bids for London council seat as compatriots seek re-election as Liberal Democrat candidates.

22 Apr 2026 - 12:03AM

Nigel Farage

Former Hong Kong trade office chief contesting UK local elections for Reform

Former trade office director Lee Sheung-yuen bids for London council seat as compatriots seek re-election as Liberal Democrat candidates.

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