In my opinion, Starmer, by his actions when he visited Southport to lay a wreath, showed his complete contempt for British people; he demonstrated, by his actions, that whatever occurs, nothing will allow the Elite to deviate from the path that they have chosen for us. Again, in my opinion, the riots that followed were a direct result of the obfuscation on the part of the authorities, and of Starmer's utter refusal to engage with the public and to join in their disgust at what had happened. He should have made a speech showing his sadness and empathy with the people, but instead his reaction was to lay a wreath, ignore the mourners, and scuttle off back to London, where he fanned the flames by calling rioters far-Right thugs and promising millions of pounds to protect mosques. I sometimes think that Starmer is a robot, programmed to trot out the party line in a dull, emotionless voice; the sooner we are rid of the awful creature, the better.
As soon as he uttered the words, 'far-right thugs', his premiership was doomed. He's been losing ground ever since. He said things would get worse before they got better, unfortunately he was only half right.
So spot on with this piece Matt. I am burning with rage over the whole lot of it. British children and young people being sacrificed on the altar of woke and liberalism daily .
Piece in the Express today saying Asian youngsters being offered two grades lower than British white children, not murder or rape but it’s all on the same spectrum . I want it all swept away and a return to justice and sanity .
On a brighter note a cleaner started at my house today and commented after dusting your book that she had it on order. Completely on the same page. Hope the silent majority come out and vote Reform to save us all
We could start with being given an understanding of why it is considered racist to raise the British flag in Britain. The incident which Lee Anderson posted on X today , showing a women (a teacher apparently) attacking him and calling the flags racist. This needs a big debate in Westminster because I would like to know why we are the only country who are deemed racist for displaying the country flag
Matt is part of Reform and his remarks receive ready acceptance throughout the party. As to Restore, they may talk about it but they won’t have the power, will they.
Restore may get a handful of councillors (but I am by no means certain of that) and at a GE Rupert might get back into the Commons. That’s it I think.
It is clear you have not been following the work Reform is doing to prepare for government. The obstacles which arguably wrecked the Truss administration are well known. Many have spoken of them. Danny Kruger is leading a team to find the solutions.
Classical liberalism is a direction I personally believe we need to move towards because it is effective whereas socialism always fails. We are living through the failure of socialism now as I have for much of my life. As to "Thatcherism" it is not really applicable now. Her march towards freedom was the right way to go as it is now but her specific policy proposals cannot be applicable in wholly new circumstances. I do not know why people obsess about Mrs Thatcher - is it because the faux comedians of the media used to repeat her name as a cheap way off getting laughs - a mixture of shallowness, ignorance and misogeny.
I do not think I know what or to whom you are referring in the last paragraph.
Restore do indeed say many of the right things. But following Rupert Lowe as I have since he was in Reform he never says HOW he is going to enact the red meat he throws to his entourage. He makes it all sound so easy . But Restore is Rupert Lowe who could lose his seat in the GE and there is no obvious team to replace him. Not a word about HOW he will overcome the legal obstacles in the way of what he says. Matt knows what reality is and that’s why he is completely on the right team
Lowe talks a lot of sense and I always enjoy watching him tear civil servants limb from limb with his business common sense. However he won’t win any seats other than Great Yarmouth at a push but may hand victory to a hard left Labour/ Liberal/ Nationalist/ Green loony coalition. If that happens in 2029 it’s game over for the UK as they’ll not only destroy the economy for decades maybe forever but they’ll rig the voting system even more in their favour.
We are 3 years out from a General Election. Farage is clearly trapped inside the Classical Liberalism, reheated Thatcherism and pro American paradigm. He genuinely has no solutions.
I'm not convinced by Restore. They're a bunch of posh boys that are more about grievance than doing something positive and, their immigration strategy is unworkable, in my humble opinion. Whether I'm right about that or not, they stand no chance of mobilising candidates and developing a nationwide infrastructure in time for the next General Election, where we will have one final opportunity to save our country.
Unfortunately there are more than a few people online spreading lies (or at least misinformation) about Reform, and stating as facts things that are only personal opinions that seem to be based on personal animosity more than facts and logic.
Current polling shows the only possible chance of an anti-establishment government is Farage. Reform without Farage would not have much chance. Even if Farage and Reform disappeared, Lowe still wouldn't get even close. If Lowe puts the country first (something he keeps talking about but shows no signs of actually doing) he would be begging all his potential voters to vote for Reform. Whatever his personal feelings and ego, it's Farage or nothing. 👍
And we now have a name, Samantha Steed. The social worker who warned the sensible Head Teacher to row back the truth on Rudacubana. Samantha Steed needs to be fully outed and made to pay for her treachery. Samantha Steed should face legal action for misconduct in public office. She should face the country and explain her actions. And most of all she should face those poor, grieving parents and explain why Rudacubana wasn’t deemed a serious mental health risk in her professional opinion.
Not in this case David. The foot soldier bears responsibility here in her own right. There will be others but Samantha Steed needs to answer questions.
Yes indeed- only obeying orders is not always an acceptable defence. However front line practitioners work in a legal system created by parliament and our governments must not be allowed to escape blame
You said previously that these gangs are not Pakistani grooming gangs but Pakistani rape gangs so let's call them that unless there is a very good reason not to. We Anglo Saxons are slow to anger but I think that the time has come to stick up for ourselves. We are sharing our country with so many 'guests, illegal and legal who are not integrating and not contributing so it's time to take action and repatriate those who will not do so. We invented the 'the rule of law' so let's now enforce it - nothing more than that.
💯 although I'd prefer to go further: Rape Torture Murder Gangs. Doesn't trip off the tongue exactly, but reports about children being water boarded should be amplified until there's nobody left who doesn't know just how sick and evil these gangs are. 👍
We have generously and foolishly allowed in 3rd world - cultures we have *absolutely nothing in common with* …. nor do we owe them anything.
Rescuing only enables the situation they run away from.
The West developed on its own with NO help from Arabs, Africans or any 3rd world country, and this is exactly what 3rd world needs to do.
ISLAM is our greatest threat. Muslims openly declare that they hate the West - but clamour and push their in while chanting “death to America”. Islam stands for everything we in the west have fought against.
Florida USA has just banned Muslim Sharia law - an important step.
Government needs to put together a task force to study Islamic ideology in order to protect our society. They would quickly confirm that Islam is dangerous to our way of life. This would empower government to have control over mosques, imams and rogue teachings taking place.
After listening to Nigel Farage and Rupert Lowe, I truly believe Mr. Lowe would be more effective in ridding the country of the illegals and migrants flooding in. This is no time for misguided loyalty.
No time for misguided loyalty is right, and what the polls suggest is we either unite behind Reform and Farage, or we'll get nothing. If Rupert Lowe really puts the country first he'll put his ego and petty vendettas aside and beg his voters to vote Reform. And if his voters are putting the country first, they'll do it. 👍
One thing that’s important to keep in mind is the timeline. Restore Britain only registered as a political party in February 2026, not long after Matt Goodwin had already aligned himself with Nigel Farage and Reform. That context matters, because it shows that his position wasn’t a reaction to Rupert Lowe or a rejection of his platform — the two developments simply happened at different times.
After listening to both leaders, my own view is that Lowe is offering a direction that could lead to more significant change for the British public. Politicians do cross the floor when they feel another platform aligns more closely with their principles, and I see this as one of those moments where that kind of reassessment would make sense.
You mentioned ego and vendettas, but I don’t see that reflected in Lowe’s public statements. What comes across to me is conviction and a clear argument for a different path forward that I believe best reflects what the public is desperately calling for.
What difference does the context make? I'm sure Matt would be perfectly capable of switching to Reform if his analyses showed it wouldn't be a complete waste of his time (which is more or less what Matt has stated in a previous substack).
Vendetta? Lowe has threatened Farage with legal action, and has apparently said in at least one interview he can never forgive Farage.
Ego? What's the nicest thing Lowe has ever said about Farage? He just about managed "Brexit wouldn't have happened without Farage" but afaik Lowe has taken all the credit (including HIS team) for his election as an MP when everyone knows the party leader is hugely influential.
Anyone with sense would know you don't mount a leadership challenge when the leader was doing as well as Farage was at the time. Anyone with sense would recognise that Farage has the golden touch when it comes to winning over voters, used Farage to get power, and then picked the right time to mount a challenge. I'd suggest Lowe's actions suggest he's very stupid, or his ego couldn't handle playing second fiddle.
How would Lowe be more effective ? He says things that are more extreme ( or ideal depending on your point of view) but never says how he would overcome the obstacles standing in the way ( international courts and treaties, domestic courts and legislation , other countries some of whom are allies and with with whom we have trade agreements for example . How is Rupert going to magically sweep this all away and watch millions of migrants trot docilely onto their vehicles of removal? I have tried asking Rupert these questions but have never had a reply
Thank you for raising these points — they’re important ones.
Where supporters see value in Rupert Lowe’s approach is not in the idea that he can “magically sweep obstacles away,” but in the fact that he is willing to articulate the underlying problems directly and argue for changes at the policy and legislative level rather than accepting the current framework as immovable. Many people feel that the existing system has become so layered with treaties, case law, and procedural obligations that it effectively prevents any meaningful change unless someone is prepared to challenge those structures openly.
It’s also worth noting that political figures often speak first in terms of principles and objectives — the direction they believe the country should take — while the detailed legal mechanisms typically emerge later through parliamentary process, drafting, negotiation, and scrutiny. That doesn’t mean the obstacles aren’t acknowledged; it means the public-facing message focuses on the “what” before the “how,” which is common across political movements.
Your point about wanting more detail is fair, and many people share that desire. But the absence of a line‑by‑line legal roadmap in a public speech doesn’t necessarily mean there is no strategy; it often means the specifics belong in legislative debate rather than in short-form interviews or social media exchanges.
Other parties are articulating the HOW even if it’s broad brush strokes rather than detail. The truth is Lowe does not expect to be in a position where he will have to implement his statements. The best he hopes for is some kind of coalition with the Tories where he would be a very junior member. Google is Rupert Lowe meeting with the Tories . And ask yourself why the Tories appointed him to the prestigious Public Accounts Committee because of their”shared values.” The truth is Lowe is allying with the Tories to try and stop Reform.
He is all show and no substance. His social media output is prolific. He will not be interviewed by anyone who would ask him searching questions . He has said he will move abroad if the left get in again . That’s not commitment
Doesn't all of that apply equally to Farage? It basically boils down to: "He talks boldly about the problems and the vision; the detailed 'how' comes later in Parliament." That's a generic politician's dodge, not a distinctive reason to choose Lowe.
If you like that Lowe goes further than Farage, so do I. But polling shows a significant percentage of Reform supporters already think Reform's immigration policies go too far, so if Farage said things more like Lowe he would probably lose more than he'd gain.
Your piece comprehensively covers the issues. One issue, however, is missing, the price of not taking appropriate action: put simply, none of the individuals who have contributed to the failure of public institutions to do their duty (that most important duty) to keep us safe, will suffer any consequences. Instead, ‘consequences’ apply only to the victims’ families and the survivors.
Absolutely correct Matt - but I would go further. We need to name and shame those within the various authorities that were aware of the behaviour of this evil child and who stayed silent. They should be immediately removed from their posts and, along with his parents, should be facing criminal charges - gross negligence, accessory to murder even. We need to show that the risks taken by not doing anything for fear of reprisals or reputational damage outweigh the risks of speaking out.
I hope this also remains on their consciences for the rest of their lives.
All I want is a government totally committed to saving our country from the useful idiots who are sacrificing us on the altar of so called "progressivism " ,and I worry that votes for Restore will hand the country over to the deranged Greens !! Vote Reform.🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🏴🏴🏴
In my opinion, Starmer, by his actions when he visited Southport to lay a wreath, showed his complete contempt for British people; he demonstrated, by his actions, that whatever occurs, nothing will allow the Elite to deviate from the path that they have chosen for us. Again, in my opinion, the riots that followed were a direct result of the obfuscation on the part of the authorities, and of Starmer's utter refusal to engage with the public and to join in their disgust at what had happened. He should have made a speech showing his sadness and empathy with the people, but instead his reaction was to lay a wreath, ignore the mourners, and scuttle off back to London, where he fanned the flames by calling rioters far-Right thugs and promising millions of pounds to protect mosques. I sometimes think that Starmer is a robot, programmed to trot out the party line in a dull, emotionless voice; the sooner we are rid of the awful creature, the better.
As soon as he uttered the words, 'far-right thugs', his premiership was doomed. He's been losing ground ever since. He said things would get worse before they got better, unfortunately he was only half right.
Yes you’re correct: that moment everything changed for Starmer and how he was viewed by the sane proportion of the electorate.
He’s not a robot, he’s a globalist puppet
He’s worse than a robot- he’s a socialist
So spot on with this piece Matt. I am burning with rage over the whole lot of it. British children and young people being sacrificed on the altar of woke and liberalism daily .
Piece in the Express today saying Asian youngsters being offered two grades lower than British white children, not murder or rape but it’s all on the same spectrum . I want it all swept away and a return to justice and sanity .
On a brighter note a cleaner started at my house today and commented after dusting your book that she had it on order. Completely on the same page. Hope the silent majority come out and vote Reform to save us all
Everything the BNP predicted, particularly Jonathan Bowden decades ago is coming true.
There are no Liberal solutions.
Civil War? Is it happening already?
We could start with being given an understanding of why it is considered racist to raise the British flag in Britain. The incident which Lee Anderson posted on X today , showing a women (a teacher apparently) attacking him and calling the flags racist. This needs a big debate in Westminster because I would like to know why we are the only country who are deemed racist for displaying the country flag
A teacher driving a fairly new Range Rover. A hard left, anti-patriotic teacher probably indoctrinating our kids. No wonder we’re in a bloody mess.
Agree with every word, Matt. But I only see Restore wiling to do what it takes, not Reform. You say the right things but you’re on the wrong team.
Matt is part of Reform and his remarks receive ready acceptance throughout the party. As to Restore, they may talk about it but they won’t have the power, will they.
Restore may get a handful of councillors (but I am by no means certain of that) and at a GE Rupert might get back into the Commons. That’s it I think.
Reform can win office but its clear they won't be in power.
Classical Liberalism and reheated Thatcherism isn't going to save our civilisation.
It's good people here started building an alternative NOW and not in 4 years when the well funded containment operation of Farage let's us all down.
It is clear you have not been following the work Reform is doing to prepare for government. The obstacles which arguably wrecked the Truss administration are well known. Many have spoken of them. Danny Kruger is leading a team to find the solutions.
Classical liberalism is a direction I personally believe we need to move towards because it is effective whereas socialism always fails. We are living through the failure of socialism now as I have for much of my life. As to "Thatcherism" it is not really applicable now. Her march towards freedom was the right way to go as it is now but her specific policy proposals cannot be applicable in wholly new circumstances. I do not know why people obsess about Mrs Thatcher - is it because the faux comedians of the media used to repeat her name as a cheap way off getting laughs - a mixture of shallowness, ignorance and misogeny.
I do not think I know what or to whom you are referring in the last paragraph.
Restore do indeed say many of the right things. But following Rupert Lowe as I have since he was in Reform he never says HOW he is going to enact the red meat he throws to his entourage. He makes it all sound so easy . But Restore is Rupert Lowe who could lose his seat in the GE and there is no obvious team to replace him. Not a word about HOW he will overcome the legal obstacles in the way of what he says. Matt knows what reality is and that’s why he is completely on the right team
Lowe talks a lot of sense and I always enjoy watching him tear civil servants limb from limb with his business common sense. However he won’t win any seats other than Great Yarmouth at a push but may hand victory to a hard left Labour/ Liberal/ Nationalist/ Green loony coalition. If that happens in 2029 it’s game over for the UK as they’ll not only destroy the economy for decades maybe forever but they’ll rig the voting system even more in their favour.
We are 3 years out from a General Election. Farage is clearly trapped inside the Classical Liberalism, reheated Thatcherism and pro American paradigm. He genuinely has no solutions.
Let's see how Rupert develops.
I'm not convinced by Restore. They're a bunch of posh boys that are more about grievance than doing something positive and, their immigration strategy is unworkable, in my humble opinion. Whether I'm right about that or not, they stand no chance of mobilising candidates and developing a nationwide infrastructure in time for the next General Election, where we will have one final opportunity to save our country.
Unfortunately there are more than a few people online spreading lies (or at least misinformation) about Reform, and stating as facts things that are only personal opinions that seem to be based on personal animosity more than facts and logic.
Current polling shows the only possible chance of an anti-establishment government is Farage. Reform without Farage would not have much chance. Even if Farage and Reform disappeared, Lowe still wouldn't get even close. If Lowe puts the country first (something he keeps talking about but shows no signs of actually doing) he would be begging all his potential voters to vote for Reform. Whatever his personal feelings and ego, it's Farage or nothing. 👍
💯
And we now have a name, Samantha Steed. The social worker who warned the sensible Head Teacher to row back the truth on Rudacubana. Samantha Steed needs to be fully outed and made to pay for her treachery. Samantha Steed should face legal action for misconduct in public office. She should face the country and explain her actions. And most of all she should face those poor, grieving parents and explain why Rudacubana wasn’t deemed a serious mental health risk in her professional opinion.
Don’t blame the footsoldier without hold ing the general to account
Not in this case David. The foot soldier bears responsibility here in her own right. There will be others but Samantha Steed needs to answer questions.
Yes indeed- only obeying orders is not always an acceptable defence. However front line practitioners work in a legal system created by parliament and our governments must not be allowed to escape blame
You said previously that these gangs are not Pakistani grooming gangs but Pakistani rape gangs so let's call them that unless there is a very good reason not to. We Anglo Saxons are slow to anger but I think that the time has come to stick up for ourselves. We are sharing our country with so many 'guests, illegal and legal who are not integrating and not contributing so it's time to take action and repatriate those who will not do so. We invented the 'the rule of law' so let's now enforce it - nothing more than that.
💯 although I'd prefer to go further: Rape Torture Murder Gangs. Doesn't trip off the tongue exactly, but reports about children being water boarded should be amplified until there's nobody left who doesn't know just how sick and evil these gangs are. 👍
We have generously and foolishly allowed in 3rd world - cultures we have *absolutely nothing in common with* …. nor do we owe them anything.
Rescuing only enables the situation they run away from.
The West developed on its own with NO help from Arabs, Africans or any 3rd world country, and this is exactly what 3rd world needs to do.
ISLAM is our greatest threat. Muslims openly declare that they hate the West - but clamour and push their in while chanting “death to America”. Islam stands for everything we in the west have fought against.
Florida USA has just banned Muslim Sharia law - an important step.
Government needs to put together a task force to study Islamic ideology in order to protect our society. They would quickly confirm that Islam is dangerous to our way of life. This would empower government to have control over mosques, imams and rogue teachings taking place.
After listening to Nigel Farage and Rupert Lowe, I truly believe Mr. Lowe would be more effective in ridding the country of the illegals and migrants flooding in. This is no time for misguided loyalty.
No time for misguided loyalty is right, and what the polls suggest is we either unite behind Reform and Farage, or we'll get nothing. If Rupert Lowe really puts the country first he'll put his ego and petty vendettas aside and beg his voters to vote Reform. And if his voters are putting the country first, they'll do it. 👍
One thing that’s important to keep in mind is the timeline. Restore Britain only registered as a political party in February 2026, not long after Matt Goodwin had already aligned himself with Nigel Farage and Reform. That context matters, because it shows that his position wasn’t a reaction to Rupert Lowe or a rejection of his platform — the two developments simply happened at different times.
After listening to both leaders, my own view is that Lowe is offering a direction that could lead to more significant change for the British public. Politicians do cross the floor when they feel another platform aligns more closely with their principles, and I see this as one of those moments where that kind of reassessment would make sense.
You mentioned ego and vendettas, but I don’t see that reflected in Lowe’s public statements. What comes across to me is conviction and a clear argument for a different path forward that I believe best reflects what the public is desperately calling for.
What difference does the context make? I'm sure Matt would be perfectly capable of switching to Reform if his analyses showed it wouldn't be a complete waste of his time (which is more or less what Matt has stated in a previous substack).
Vendetta? Lowe has threatened Farage with legal action, and has apparently said in at least one interview he can never forgive Farage.
Ego? What's the nicest thing Lowe has ever said about Farage? He just about managed "Brexit wouldn't have happened without Farage" but afaik Lowe has taken all the credit (including HIS team) for his election as an MP when everyone knows the party leader is hugely influential.
Anyone with sense would know you don't mount a leadership challenge when the leader was doing as well as Farage was at the time. Anyone with sense would recognise that Farage has the golden touch when it comes to winning over voters, used Farage to get power, and then picked the right time to mount a challenge. I'd suggest Lowe's actions suggest he's very stupid, or his ego couldn't handle playing second fiddle.
PS: which AI are you using? 😉👍
How would Lowe be more effective ? He says things that are more extreme ( or ideal depending on your point of view) but never says how he would overcome the obstacles standing in the way ( international courts and treaties, domestic courts and legislation , other countries some of whom are allies and with with whom we have trade agreements for example . How is Rupert going to magically sweep this all away and watch millions of migrants trot docilely onto their vehicles of removal? I have tried asking Rupert these questions but have never had a reply
Thank you for raising these points — they’re important ones.
Where supporters see value in Rupert Lowe’s approach is not in the idea that he can “magically sweep obstacles away,” but in the fact that he is willing to articulate the underlying problems directly and argue for changes at the policy and legislative level rather than accepting the current framework as immovable. Many people feel that the existing system has become so layered with treaties, case law, and procedural obligations that it effectively prevents any meaningful change unless someone is prepared to challenge those structures openly.
It’s also worth noting that political figures often speak first in terms of principles and objectives — the direction they believe the country should take — while the detailed legal mechanisms typically emerge later through parliamentary process, drafting, negotiation, and scrutiny. That doesn’t mean the obstacles aren’t acknowledged; it means the public-facing message focuses on the “what” before the “how,” which is common across political movements.
Your point about wanting more detail is fair, and many people share that desire. But the absence of a line‑by‑line legal roadmap in a public speech doesn’t necessarily mean there is no strategy; it often means the specifics belong in legislative debate rather than in short-form interviews or social media exchanges.
Other parties are articulating the HOW even if it’s broad brush strokes rather than detail. The truth is Lowe does not expect to be in a position where he will have to implement his statements. The best he hopes for is some kind of coalition with the Tories where he would be a very junior member. Google is Rupert Lowe meeting with the Tories . And ask yourself why the Tories appointed him to the prestigious Public Accounts Committee because of their”shared values.” The truth is Lowe is allying with the Tories to try and stop Reform.
He is all show and no substance. His social media output is prolific. He will not be interviewed by anyone who would ask him searching questions . He has said he will move abroad if the left get in again . That’s not commitment
Doesn't all of that apply equally to Farage? It basically boils down to: "He talks boldly about the problems and the vision; the detailed 'how' comes later in Parliament." That's a generic politician's dodge, not a distinctive reason to choose Lowe.
If you like that Lowe goes further than Farage, so do I. But polling shows a significant percentage of Reform supporters already think Reform's immigration policies go too far, so if Farage said things more like Lowe he would probably lose more than he'd gain.
Your piece comprehensively covers the issues. One issue, however, is missing, the price of not taking appropriate action: put simply, none of the individuals who have contributed to the failure of public institutions to do their duty (that most important duty) to keep us safe, will suffer any consequences. Instead, ‘consequences’ apply only to the victims’ families and the survivors.
Absolutely correct Matt - but I would go further. We need to name and shame those within the various authorities that were aware of the behaviour of this evil child and who stayed silent. They should be immediately removed from their posts and, along with his parents, should be facing criminal charges - gross negligence, accessory to murder even. We need to show that the risks taken by not doing anything for fear of reprisals or reputational damage outweigh the risks of speaking out.
I hope this also remains on their consciences for the rest of their lives.
Hear, hear. It's high time we got back to calling a spade, a spade.
I hear that Yorkshire people call a spade a bloody shovel.
All I want is a government totally committed to saving our country from the useful idiots who are sacrificing us on the altar of so called "progressivism " ,and I worry that votes for Restore will hand the country over to the deranged Greens !! Vote Reform.🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🏴🏴🏴
I’m surprised at just how many people don’t give a monkeys who’s in power, or even bother to vote at all, then spend the following four years moaning.
Well spoken!! And about time!! Valid not only for UK but for all of Europe.
It's beyond disgusting. Words absolutely fail me but I suppose in our mad country, if you speak up,you're sacked.
Powerfully put Matt thank you. All we need now is a government to implement your solution. I hope and pray it will be very soon.
He is a traitor, by any definition, and belongs in prison.