Political Thinking with Nick Robinson Nigel Farage: 'Broken Britain', national identity and lessons from Trump
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Feb 13, 2026 
Nigel Farage, British politician and broadcaster who led UKIP and now leads Reform UK, explains why he re-entered politics. He discusses Britain's perceived decline, national identity and who counts as "our own people." He covers immigration, tougher law enforcement and lessons from Trump for preparing to govern.
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Belonging Is Feeling, Not Papers
- Farage defines belonging as an instinctive response 'I'm British' and ties national identity to feeling and priorities rather than paperwork.
- He warns education and cultural trends risk teaching young people to loathe the country, undermining cohesion.
Immigration's Impact On Public Services
- Farage and Jim Ratcliffe argue mass migration since 2000 has materially changed population and public services.
- Farage says that population growth from immigration has worsened infrastructure, housing and access to services for many.
Enforce Borders And Promote Integration
- Deport people who entered illegally and refuse refugee status to certain high-risk groups, Farage says, to reduce future harms.
- He insists leadership must focus on law enforcement, integration and stopping segregation to rebuild cohesion.