"We're Going To Build And Build" Says Reform UK Deputy Leader Ben Habib

Reform UK has secured a fifth seat as the final election result in England was declared at South Basildon and East Thurrock, following a recount.
James McMurdock narrowly defeated the Labour candidate by 98 votes, replacing Conservative Stephen Metcalfe.
He joins leader Nigel Farage as the second Reform UK MP in Essex after Farage's victory in Clacton.
Peter Cardwell speaks with Reform UK's deputy leader, Ben Habib.
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[@talktv]

“The political landscape is changing and will not go back to the self-entitled awful form of governance we’ve experienced for the past 27 years.”

[@imbonkers3629]

Don’t expect labour to change anything 🙄

[@imbonkers3629]

@@johnscullion3656 I’m talking about voting 🗳 they will keep it as it is , what are you on about lol 😂

[@joginns778]

You said 27 years it goes back a lot further than that, try the 1970 s that's when British industries started to disappear,

[@davidknight2104]

Great quote

[@annedewinnaar3285]

He's delusional. Nice guy, but delusional. The system is rigged against us! Only a revolution will change the 2 party system that prevails. Labour will double-down on any change to the electoral system. The only way for people to fight the system is to make their communities stronger and to get rid of the career bureaucrats in this local councils. Stop the rot locally because nationally you don't stand a chance.

[@phil7638]

Vote Reform 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@Craig121000]

Elections over.

[@edwardlewis7468]

Very disappointed not to see you elected Ben. This was the birth of Reform UK as a political party, now onwards and upwards. Keep talking sense and I will always be behind Reform UK.

[@Bloodline2009]

Hopefully, the first by-election that comes up I think Ben should stand. He's well articulated and passionately want's what's best for the UK.

[@hughmuir3063]

Me too. If a bloke can say those words ?! I agree that it is a great shame that Ben did not get elected. Hopefully he will be put forward for any by-election that comes up as he is a very fluent speaker and I would like to see him in Parliament.

[@watchmakersp9935]

yes it was a shame; hopefully if there is a by - election in near future...sure there will be. Ben can run in one.

[@kevinrouse6572]

​@@watchmakersp9935I can think of 1 that will b upcoming , Mr Sunacks 😮

[@watchmakersp9935]

@@kevinrouse6572 could well be!

[@annacarlajedras4311]

A well spoken representative for Reform UK. Thank you for your contribution

[@minkgin3370]

Why is the young man who got the 5th seat for Reform never in the photos ? I think he did very well for a new-comer.

[@GregAbott-sl2bo]

@@minkgin3370 From what I've heard, he was a last minute placement and not expected to win, so he doesn't have any formal photos yet.

[@bernardedwards8461]

I have a feeling Ben will be elected next time. perhaps in a by-election.He is certainly a very good candidate and an asset to the party. A well spoken representative for Reform UK. Thank you for your contribution 207 Reply Bernard Edwards I have a feeling Ben will be elected next time. perhaps in a by-election.He is certainly a very good candidate and an asset to the party.

[@terrencelong6436]

Wellingborough let this country down by not electing Ben....

[@rosemarywoolley8394]

Yes. We will remember.

[@zog97xy]

They were sensible.

[@rosemarywoolley8394]

@@zog97xy I think what you are trying to say is they didn't have a lot of sense and you are right.

[@dodahspeak]

@@zog97xy That's rather vague. Pray enlighten us further ......

[@oojimmyflip]

@@zog97xy absolutely blind to the consequences of voting Labour. Politically inept.

[@georgerj2419]

I feel sorry that he didn’t get elected. He’s a cool and sensible guy.

[@marksavage1108]

When the labour party first formed, it took them decades to get going. Reform getting so far so soon is unknown.

[@edwardwilcox6606]

I`d imagine the electorate in that area will feel the same in due course.

[@abdulwadood3123]

"cool and sensible", sunak was cool and sensible to me!

[@marksavage1108]

@@abdulwadood3123 yeah Brolly boy was cooled off in the rain.

[@abdulwadood3123]

​@@marksavage1108 cool isn't a criteria to select policy makers

[@phoenixrising6245]

What an eloquent speaker Ben Habib is. Reform UK should hold on to him..tightly!!

[@janebruce6625]

I think Ben is a Reform politician through and through , I can’t see him leaving the party , as you say a very eloquent speaker, IMO an asset to Reform Party …

[@abdulwadood3123]

modern way to win elections in the UK: a- be a fundamentalist/conservative b- be an eloquent speaker no need for manifestos, policy strategy, economic strategy, etc.

[@gillclapham9683]

Reform are just going to get stronger!! And stronger!! And will win the next general election!! Go reform!!

[@roydavis5613]

@gillclapham9683 As long as they stick together and there will be no "Douglas Carswell moment" !!!

[@Craig121000]

Labour will win the next election, and Farage won't even be around.

[@wecandothiswarriors]

@@roydavis5613 I think there will be planned in fights Bread and Circus. Watch this space

[@Brookspirit]

I think so, Labour are going to wreck the country, hardcore Torys will see the Conservatives implode so Reform will be in at next election.

[@rogerbennett9641]

@@roydavis5613 There are bound to be a few moments but there is no stopping us now.

[@allancale9441]

Ben Habib would have made a fantastic MP for this country !

[@DarrenLambert-yu5pq]

I'll never stop supporting ReformUK..✌️❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🙏

[@cryptosaffa3869]

Support yourself first though. We all should.

[@Craig121000]

You'll change your mind soon.

[@Anglo-Saxon-Glory]

@@Craig121000 well, at least we have minds, unlike labour voters.

[@Craig121000]

I voted Labour in 2019 and abstained from voting altogether late last year.

[@Anglo-Saxon-Glory]

@@Craig121000 voting for Labour is like chickens for KFC.

[@patriciahoskins9514]

Five good men and true. We now have five voices to speak for us in Parliament.

[@zog97xy]

They wont get a chance of speaking.

[@marksavage1108]

@@zog97xy As a leader of the Party, Farage will be given his time to speak in the lower house. exactly how a `single voice` in the eu pretend parliament made such a massive difference is all recent documented history. the eu had a damp rag, labour has a toolmakers dirty oily rag..

[@Craig121000]

Reform doesn't speak for the disabled. I'm glad Labour won.

[@lasttango7522]

​@@zog97xy They will. Believe me they will be supported by millions. Don't you tell anyone they can't speak. Your time will end.

[@donovan1903]

6 with Jim of the TUV!

[@gorgeouspaulwalker4372]

I will vote reform all the time

[@quentinhogbladder]

Ben Habib will be a worthy MP, I hope he finds a seat quickly because he is a clear and necessary Reformer !!

[@GaryBradshaw-uv4wt]

British patriots who voted reform uk on the 4 july will be voting reform uk in 2029 with many young ones who could not vote on the 4 of july will vote you .

[@phoenixrising6245]

....along with those who voted Labour and are already regretting that decision...

[@GaryBradshaw-uv4wt]

@@phoenixrising6245 correct they will be sorry

[@blackheart9554]

Problem is labour will flood us with immigrants, every town and city as they said, all voting for labour. Once they are in it will be impossible to remove them. Imagine how many in 5 years

[@alfredallender]

So sorry Ben did not get a seat. The guy is Brilliant 🤩

[@zog97xy]

He is deluded.

[@beulah3484]

@@zog97xy You are deluded!

[@Brainlixr]

Even though Ben didnt get his seat ,He is going to be a strong force behind the scenes for Reform

[@gavindouglas7020]

Forward REFORM UK 🇬🇧 MAKE BRITAIN SAFE, Great And happy again

[@stequality]

The left will do everything in their power to stop this from happening

[@zog97xy]

Five MPS don't make us laugh!

[@stequality]

@@zog97xy had my comment removed ? What is it with you guys

[@octopusman9969]

Such an intelligent,articulate, likeable man,hope Ben gets the chance again to run for parliament.

[@theoilandgasresourceportal2132]

Wish this guy was in Parliament, such an intelligent man.

[@papalazarou7880]

Voted Reform, will do everyone from now on. 🇬🇧

[@margsomerville21]

Biggest shock was Ben Habib not being elected ,a great loss for all us sane citizens

[@EdwardLowe-qv6yk]

He was trying to overcome a subsidiary of the west indies and Asia

[@michaelsrowland]

He should have run in blackpool

[@CTE-hs2qe]

Long live Reform UK 🇬🇧

[@Yorkshire630S6]

Exactly good things come to those who wait and all 16 to 17 year olds will all be eligible to vote in the next election to build a better 🇬🇧 under Farage

[@Fightforyourdreams2024]

🤞🤞

[@user-gd1jg1lu6m]

Anybody think they would have know enough about politics and the effects at 16? Even 20 year olds i speak to aren't sure. Bring it back to 21, we don't want babies voting surely

[@flyhyland]

And abolish Blair’s mayoralty’s!!!!

[@brianwhite4672]

Reform UK we love u

[@PatYoung-at-heart]

Ben Habib is such an intelligent man and speaker. The Tories stood in the way of Reform, especially in 98 seats. So Robert Jenrick needs to do his homework!

[@Chris-xv2gm]

Wtf are you on about?

[@rayvinloony2322]

@@Chris-xv2gm Had tory voters voted Reform!!!!!!!!👍🏻

[@rayvinloony2322]

Great man Ben. 🇬🇧👏

[@mcscas68]

The tories should have done the honourable thing and repaid the gesture given to them in 2019!

[@MFletch87]

​@@Chris-xv2gmthis is not how you speak to people who may just know more than you about something.

[@johnstrong7079]

We’ve got the next five years to REFORM REFORM REFORM

[@evelyneverettgreen]

Nigel is cleverer than people realise. He was very restrained, almost politically correct, in the run up to this election. When his party is more established it will roll out a more radical agenda and people will flock to it and vote him in in 2029 (or before). In the meantime it is the role of the right in the UK to keep up unremitting pressure on the Labour government, particularly on the issues Nigel hardly mentioned in his campaign, and which are central to his appeal: migration, gender politics and the abuse of the welfare state. Starmer's time as PM must be made as uncomfortable as possible.

[@donaldmclaughlin119]

People won't flock 2 Reform, it's a acquired taste, certainly won't flock 2 insurance based health care

[@jayggg]

@@donaldmclaughlin119 You're right Donald. Far better to continue to let the government provide poor healthcare.

[@gramfur8201]

When Starmer and his mates mess up big time and they will, watch Reform soar.​@donaldmclaughlin119

[@dennism7813]

Let's hope Starmer's time as PM will be as short as possible. Make my skin crawl.

[@DarrenLambert-yu5pq]

27th July.

[@terryjones6504]

Keep up the great work Ben. We Reformers will win.

[@carolegill2456]

I will continue to vote Reform Ben, I love and care for Our Country. Maybe they might be a early election if Starmer starts to mess up and decline Our Country out of control. REFORM

[@zog97xy]

You lost get over it.

[@roydavis5613]

@carolegill2456 I predict an early election. Something(s) will happen to trigger it !!!

[@Anglo-Saxon-Glory]

@@zog97xy you lost when you voted Labour in.

[@suzesinger6762]

​@@Anglo-Saxon-Glory.....Yes. N Mr 'Family Man' Starmet - has got his work cut out by now having to be split between protecting the muslim illegalls -and the Hamas threat to his Jewish wife ¿¡¡¡

[@Nora.........]

@@zog97xy Parade with your 'juiced' winner for now Zoggy. You'll soon realise you've backed a dud.

[@johnfrancis4401]

Great to hear. In 2029 I hope to have a REFORM government.

[@user-or2go6ty2n]

Reform UK are our future!! 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@Fightforyourdreams2024]

What a great team they would have made if only they were in N0 10! I voted for them. They would have put Britain and the Natives first, as it should be.

[@JH-go8zd]

Ben should be in parliament. Very educated and decent man . Good luck Ben 🇬🇧🇨🇦

[@SuzanneJones-qy3zh]

We're with you Ben

[@stephenmckelvie2032]

I was disappointed for Ben, not to win his seat. Reform should now go from strength to strength. (That will keep the BBC happy)😊

[@keithteaser]

Ben should take up the mantle of building Reform UK clubs in communities where they were 2nd

[@bertiescunsbutch9323]

Spot on , he looks like a well rounded person to do the job.

[@user-em2ml7pd8e]

Like the new culture forum has done . Their grass roots communities have really taken off .

[@tinkerbellUK]

OVER 4,000.000 votes and represented by on 5 seats! WE NEED REFORM

[@temptemp4174]

No. We had a referendum on first past the post, we chose this system. No second referendums

[@dennism7813]

I always enjoyed listening to Ben. Can't get enough of his sound logic. Hoping he will always be a significant influence in Reform.

[@LincsEnigma]

The foundations have been laid, I'm sticking with REFORM from now on. I leafleted for my REFORM candidate, and the number of people that said they were voting for REFORM has given me hope for the future. People did not vote for Labour but voted against the Tory's, REFORM were an unknown party, watch this space when REFORM lead by Nigel starts to make headway. Hopefully, Ben can stand in the next by-election or wait until Labour calls the next general election in spring 2027

[@sallyborth]

Can’t believe Ben didn’t win his seat. A brilliant and honest speaker. Next time he’ll do it!

[@EnglishOak010]

We are with you every step of the way. This is England's defining moment. It took just one person to lead the way. Now we are millions & growing. Our culture, like all countries' cultures, will not be wiped out but made strong. Proud & together.

[@vjamesg100]

Like to see that you used the apostrophe correctly. And; I agree with you.

[@katebemb8900]

You deserved to win Ben , Good luck next time . Reform for me .

[@oojimmyflip]

Wellingborough is literally 5 miles down the road from me and I cant believe the voters have been so blind and not elected Ben, this man speaks so much truth and common sense it must have been overwhelming for Wellingborough constituents, oh well they deserve everything thats comming to them in the next 5 years. Northants county council has already gone bust.

[@BeauTyeVideos]

blind isn't the word - I'm astonished

[@digitd4663]

Good luck Ben and Reform 🤞

[@sandrastewart2450]

Whoes he think he's fooling nowe we have labour in its to long for my.liking I'm 76 who knowes when I will die and I dispice the labour they have turned there backs on the British people for years they are a disgrace

[@kaxar6954]

Get ready for by-elections and set up branch offices.

[@TOP.FOX.]

Yes the by-elections will start get the torie leadership over then you will see the defections but nigel farage being a straight standing honest man will probably make them resign from the tories and fight their seats again with reform going to be interesting.

[@Nuttah64]

Congratulations Reform UK❤

[@ty2124]

Thank you Ben for all your crucial work and please keep up the fight against the corrupt government.

[@Pawsforthought222]

Ben habib is simply excellent,and wins my vote ..l am so sorry he didnt get a seat,but the futures different as Reform grows.....❤😊.Ben is a true gem ,and lifts Reform higher keep on Ben ,wecare with you🇬🇧👏💖

[@michaelbeavis6634]

This country has been waiting for a few good men. WELCOME REFORM

[@joycawthorne8215]

You deserved to get into GOVERNMENT …Keep fighting , just so thankful I have a party to vote for now …you always have my vote ..Reform for our country 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🩵🩵🩵

[@ducko1988]

Deserved a seat

[@charleswhite758]

Poor Ben, such a shame he didn't win a seat. Great man, Reform needs him right at the top of the party. Next time Ben, you will do it, and you'll be a great Government Minister

[@CorinneDunbar-ls3ej]

Reform UK will have the support of the formidable Matt Goodwin, who has one-of-a-kind experience and expertise. I think his advice will prove invaluable to Reform UK. 🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🦁🦁🦁🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@Grinder-one]

Make no mistake, this country can NOT wait until 2029.

[@pam732]

Yes, just watch labour get us into debt and leave the mess they make for another party to clean up. That’s what they always do.

[@robertlestylo6085]

Great to see/hear Ben again. We need him in the Commons asp. I'm incredulous that the people of Wellingborough and Rushden have missed a 2nd opportunity to have such a knowledgeable, articulate and honourable man represent them. I believe they'll regret it.

[@user-bs9ku3pe4u]

Shame Ben didn't make it to the House of Madness. He must now be the chief recruiter to a wide audience. Get Suella, Matt Goodwin, Zia Y, and Tommy Robinson on board in differing capacities. Intellectuals, parliamentarians, business icons, attack dogs and most of all, women.

[@hughmuir3063]

Well said Ben Habib.

[@stevesvids]

I'm a member Ben. I'm right with you. Power to the people.

[@user-tg9ni2gw2n]

So sorry you didn’t get your seat but well done anyway. Ben Habib what a great person you are ❤

[@darksideofthemoon317]

vote reform always we need this revelation over the next 5 years also please attend the march on the 27th of july ❤

[@emstirling-is4nu]

We need these marches in every major city throughout the UK.

[@Anglo-Saxon-Glory]

All journey's start with a step, Reform have taken five already. Onward and upward from here.

[@BeauTyeVideos]

well put - doff my cap to you

[@Anglo-Saxon-Glory]

@@BeauTyeVideos Thank you, we all need to keep the momentum going now.

[@jacobrivers5728]

I hope Ben will stand at the next soon to be by-election. Those in Wellingborough who didn't vote for him need to wake up.

[@grahamrichards3483]

Let's hope the Reform Party stands people in the Welsh elections in 2026 to get the Labour Party strong hold out in Wales

[@anthonymichaelwilson8401]

Stop the Boats 😊

[@philiphughes4117]

You are a good man Ben. Stay strong Sir.

[@lmg7503]

Great to hear Reform build build build, great. This is the only thing I can concentrate on. Being lives are now in liebour.

[@RuneRelic]

Adding to the other voices. It is regrettable that Ben will not be sitting next to the others on the green benches. Leaves a bitter taste in the mouth, considering the effort he has put in.

[@mistymoomorris8412]

Ben Habib. reform all the way. we need sensible people only.

[@Rightchickenwing]

Go Ben!!

[@kym1160]

I was very disappointed Ben didn't get elected...I'm sure he will at some point as he's a fantastic orator, with great principals.

[@roygardiner2229]

Ben, I would like to see you in Parliament. You are far too eloquent and decent not to be there. I voted for Reform. I wish Reform all the very best of fortune. 👍

[@kennethmaley2443]

I don't know how wellingborough voted for a labour candidate that voted remain and wanted a second referendum the same as stramer sorry to say they will live to regret it.

[@iansmith2997]

Patience is a virtue, and it will happen.

[@zog97xy]

It wont.

[@emstirling-is4nu]

Zog...time for your nap!@@zog97xy

[@raphapf]

Thanks for the update!

[@carlagraucatala]

Despite the economic recession, I no longer depend on Government Grants since I acquire $86,400 weekly profits?

[@Nikomanco]

Great news! how did you get that?

[@OptimumEshop]

It's all thanks to Abigail Johnson

[@mmnyilmaz]

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[@luca9309]

Wow I know Olimm Abigail Johnson Her platform maintains a unique perspective and is very transparent with their investors. Regardless of whether or not she outperforms. I will forever stay invested!

[@80sMod1]

Go boys 😊

[@jackiemarch5652]

Excellent discourse.

[@BeauTyeVideos]

was going to say the same things - spot on

[@colinbrown7310]

As time passes, Reform must find a way to get Ben into the House. He is a brilliant speaker!

[@glynbond8611]

So disappointed that you did not get in Ben, all I can say is Wellingborough loss will eventually be the country’s gain. Wake up Wellingborough Labour is not the answer to UKs huge problems.

[@Bluejohn]

I don't think Reform need to do very much different with the exception of vetting their candidates more strictly. Labour will go the same way as the Tories with internal divisions and public dissatisfaction with their policies tearing them apart. I'm sure that the Wellingborough voters will come to regret not electing Ben Habib.

[@margaretchapman8499]

I cannot believe they voted Labour

[@davidsykes2721]

Ben in parliment is best for UK

[@the_indelible_onion]

They are the last hope of the UK, if they fail it may be over…

[@Newsopathy-gf2ug]

Ben Habib, eminence grise of Reform, commiserations. You did an admirable job. As Churchill would have said, KBO!

[@user-ew2kq4iv5b]

I hope the leaders of Reform have been to meet with James with some support, he’ll have constituents to work for now as well and they put their faith in Reform.

[@BeauTyeVideos]

Scary times ahead - But we will hold our head high and Britain, one day, will be great again

[@andrewhartley3]

In answer to the question will your voice be heard the answer is simple - NIGEL FARAGE

[@goodgriefpenfold1884]

It is really a shame that this man was not voted in.

[@shunnp4175]

Get rid of the hate speech laws too pls

[@johnscullion3656]

The traditional Tory members and voters endured a medical episode as the Tory Party died under them. They had a political 'out of the body' experience and woke up again as Reform.

[@imbonkers3629]

Labour will put immigrants into reform areas 😮and give them the vote to keep reform out 🙄

[@emstirling-is4nu]

That wd not surprise...all the more to be vigilant and keep them out!

[@marksavage1108]

Beforehand they could have just done it without any opposition, the simple fact Farage is now in there, he will make it much harder for them. He will simply do what he did in the eu pretend parliament. Highlight to the voters what is going on and how they can help to stop it.

[@maureensmith9328]

I am so sorry that Ben didn't win the seat for Wellingborough. He's an outstanding advocate for Reform Party and a true patriot. Next time!

[@davetaylor3146]

You'd make a great MP Ben, first by-election, really hope you get that chance.

[@Jimmy-ew2xe]

Cannot stand arrogant presenters that do not listen but have their set questions to ask and constantly interrupt.

[@michaelhart895]

If you have a big garden and nice house , a family farm , a factory, a paddock or fields for your horses or small holding . Starmer and his communists are coming for it . CPO will be bandied around like confetti, he needs to house your replacements .

[@user-ee1zb1fn3y]

If you have all that you sound like a LibDem voter

[@barryyeatman5341]

thanks keep showing reform

[@jacquimundy9238]

Why didn’t we get to see Ben Habib more when the campaigning was going on, what a brilliant sensible eloquent speaking man, Obviously not enough British people bothered their backside to get up and vote it would have made the difference. Reform is the Party of Britains future well done all at Reform .

[@JEZ-pk5vp]

Go Reform!!!!!!!

[@chloehood6355]

We are hoping for Reforms success. Its really important for us . R

[@sbam4881]

Lot's of speculation in the media of which Tory MP might join Reform. Don't want or need any. However, members and local Councillors who feel that the Tory MPs don't reflect their values anymore would be very welcome and a great help to Reform in building up its local ground game.

[@TheLuckyLeif1021]

If there are Conservatives that have grown disillusioned with their own party because it no longer has right wing politics then why not let them join Reform. I say welcome them, the more MP’s we have the stronger our voice in Parliament. It would be great to have more than the SNP.