Farage stays away from Clacton vote result after police warning

Nigel Farage said he would not attend the Clacton byelection count on 14 August 2026 after Essex Police warned him of an organised plot to disrupt the public result announcement. A Reform UK spokesman cited the police advice; acting returning officer Ian Davidson confirmed attendance was Farage's choice. Farage instead claimed victory at a party-organised 'Farage Fest' rally in Essex.