Reform UK Chairman Zia Yusuf has engaged in a public disagreement with former Conservative leadership candidate Robert Jenrick over the party's immigration policy stance.

Yusuf accused Jenrick of incorrectly representing Reform UK's position on deporting foreign nationals living in council housing. The dispute highlights tensions between Reform UK and Conservative figures as both parties compete for similar voter bases.

The public nature of the disagreement has drawn attention from political observers, with Labour figures reportedly viewing the dispute as beneficial to their own electoral prospects.

Separately, Reform UK's political rivals face their own controversies. The hard-right party Restore Britain, which is positioned as an alternative to Reform UK, has been confronted with allegations regarding antisemitic comments made by individuals connected to the organization.

Despite being presented with evidence of the controversial statements, representatives of parties competing with Reform UK have indicated they will not implement stricter oversight of their membership bases. Restore Britain's presence in the political landscape could potentially impact upcoming electoral contests, including the Makerfield by-election where Labour's Andy Burnham is considered the frontrunner.