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Nigel Farage accused of shoving female Lib Dem MP

Published Thursday, October 29, 2026 · Updated October 29

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  • Conflicting Accounts of Altercation — 2 sources

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Nigel Farage has been accused of shoving a female Liberal Democrat MP, Caroline Voaden, during the state opening of Parliament. Conflicting accounts have emerged, with the Lib Dems alleging a physical altercation and Reform UK denying it, citing video evidence.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Nigel Farage stated he missed John Healey's speech in the House of Commons because his seat reservation had been moved.
  • Footage shows Caroline Voaden and Nigel Farage leaving the chamber together during the state opening of Parliament.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Conflicting Accounts of Altercation
  • The Guardian

    The article highlights the escalating political row and the conflicting accounts between Reform UK and Liberal Democrat MPs regarding the alleged physical altercation.

  • BBC News

    The article highlights the conflicting accounts of the alleged incident, with the Lib Dems claiming a shove and Reform UK denying it, citing video footage.

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