Jacob Rees-Mogg congratulates Nigel Farage on his election to parliament as he loses his own seat

“I listened to his speech with great interest, because I think he makes some valid points.”

Jacob Rees-Mogg congratulates Nigel Farage on his election to parliament and speculates on the future of the Conservatives as the party suffers losses across the country.

[johnallen]

A correct analysis, maybe if the Conservative Party had been "Conservative" for the last 14 years they would not be in the mess they are now!

[Musical_Man_Guitar]

A big thank you to the voters of Clacton. You have started a positive change and I am grateful to each and every one of you!

[AthelstanEngland]

Reform 14% and 4 seats. LibDem 12% and 71 seats!! Reform came second in 98 constituencies. Election reform is badly needed. Labour with just 34% only up 2% on 2019. Congratulations to Nigel.

[cathywilson]

Mogg should join Reform - he aligns totally with the People's Contract.

[Michelle-uhqi]

As far as i know Mogg has never flip flopped on his opinions or arguements unlike most politicians, he does at least need respect for that.

[barrysheridan]

The difference Mr. Farage has made is remarkable, truly remarkable.

[SloMoShort]

Reform have only 5 seats but will have the biggest voice in British politics for years

[starofdavid]

Rees-Mogg should do the decent thing and join Reform UK.

[martinhambleton]

Well done, Mr Mogg. Gallant in defeat and showing modesty, courtesy, and example to everyone.
I myself voted for Reform.

[garyteeley]

Mogg you are not the opposition mate...that is gone and so is your party, the new right is Reform

[jkjobies]

Jacob is wonderful. Nigel too. Two good politicians!

[happytimes]

Lucky Clacton! You couldn’t be better represented!
I’m sure your votes will be well rewarded, and Clacton will become more prosperous year by year.

[bieituns]

Mogg went down with the ship like a true gentleman. He was let down by his party.

[lindat]

Nigel, you had the people. So proud of you!

[malpreece]

Sorry to see Rees-Mogg lose his seat. He was one of the few conservatives left in the party.

[HYUKLDER]

Conservative Party has lost its way politically. Jacob Rees-Mogg is one of a dozen or so who were actually conservative and sadly he lost his seat because of the rest of them ruining their Party’s reputation.

[jeycalc]

Jacob join reform, you would have won easily if you were a reform candidate

[jancaulfield]

Jacob the gentleman he’s always shown himself to be . Personally I think his constituents may live to regret showing him the door

[happytimes]

Spot on Jacob RM! Such a shame he lost his seat, the Tories will not learn from this.
Next time Reform will win and Nigel will become PM… the Tories haven’t just lost, they are completely lost!

[luannefarmer]

I’m for Reform but I’m sad Mr Reese -Mog lost his seat. The gentleman is gone who was an asset sad