Dulwich College, where Nigel Farage attended, has expressed disapproval of the alleged actions of the Reform leader, stating that they contradict the school’s values. The school’s Master, Robert Milne, addressed concerns of racism and antisemitism in a letter to a former student, emphasizing the distress these allegations have caused. The accusations include claims from Mr. Farage’s former classmates that he praised Hitler during his teenage years.
Following demands from eleven Holocaust survivors for clarity on the matter, the College urged openness and emphasized that their silence should not be seen as apathy towards the issue. While Reform UK has defended Farage, labeling the situation a “witch-hunt,” the school reiterated that racist and antisemitic behavior goes against their principles.
Mr. Milne clarified that the school’s lack of public statements aimed to safeguard its reputation, not to ignore the gravity of the situation. He emphasized that the reported behaviors are incompatible with the current values of Dulwich College, highlighting their stringent policies on equality, diversity, and inclusion, as well as anti-bullying measures.
Farage has faced scrutiny over the allegations, with his deputy, Richard Tice, dismissing them as baseless. However, Farage later acknowledged the remarks as alleged, admitting to past comments but denying malicious intent. He attributed the situation to the changing interpretations of past interactions and hinted at a political motive behind the accusations.
Reform has been approached for comment, with the party denouncing the scrutiny as an attempt to discredit Farage and the party. They accused the media and Labour Party of resorting to decades-old accusations in a bid to undermine Reform’s ideas and policies, portraying it as a desperate move that would not resonate with the public.