Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, speaking in Birmingham, said Keir Starmer’s premiership is “drawing to a close,” arguing the Mandelson–Epstein scandal has stripped the prime minister of credibility, control and respect and claiming it is “the biggest political scandal in 100 years.” He accused Starmer of ignoring clear warnings about Peter Mandelson, condemned what he called deep corruption at the heart of government, and used the moment to attack UK immigration policy—vowing to “fix broken borders,” stop small‑boat arrivals, and toughen Britain’s stance toward China. Watch for more