Today in Focus Can Farage survive racism and antisemitism allegations? – The Latest
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Dec 4, 2025 Henry Dyer, an investigations correspondent at The Guardian known for his keen insights into political matters, delves into the allegations against Nigel Farage related to racist and anti-Semitic behavior from his school days. Dyer reveals that more alumni from Dulwich College have corroborated these claims, notably sharing the impactful testimony of Peter Ettingry on enduring abuse. The discussion also touches on Richard Tice's dismissive remarks, Farage's controversial responses, and the broader political implications, highlighting the continuing investigation's significance.
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Multiple Corroborating Testimonies
- More than two dozen former schoolmates corroborate allegations of racist and anti-Semitic abuse by Nigel Farage at Dulwich College.
- The number and consistency of testimonies make the denials from Farage and Reform harder to reconcile.
Peter Ettingry’s Account Of Abuse
- Peter Ettingry reports repeated anti‑Semitic taunts including being called a ‘Jew’ and hearing claims like "Hitler was right."
- He says those abuses still affect him decades later.
Reform’s Strong Dismissal And Its Limits
- Richard Tice has labelled the witnesses' claims "made up twaddle" and called specific accusers liars.
- Dyer notes only a very small number of sources are politically active, undermining claims of a coordinated political smear.