Nigel Farage today claimed Reform UK had ‘come of age’ as he wrapped up a ‘joyous’ party conference in Birmingham.
The 60-year-old admitted he was a ‘little bit croaky’ – after a boozy party last night – as he gave a final speech at the two-day gathering.
Mr Farage told the 4,000 activists who gathered at the National Exhibition Centre that ‘you are in control’ following his decision to give up ownership of the party.
He has used the conference to promise to ‘professionalise and democratise’ Reform and was today boosted as members overwhelmingly backed a new party constitution.
The 17-page document gives Mr Farage, as party leader, key powers over the appointment of board members and key officials.
It also sets out a high threshold needed for Mr Farage to face a no confidence motion, should the party’s MPs or members wish for him to be deposed.
But grassroots activists dismissed fears the ex-UKIP leader – despite giving up ownership – was bolstering his tight grip on his new party.
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