Thirty-four former classmates of Nigel Farage have come forward to claim they witnessed him engaging in racist and antisemitic behavior during their time at Dulwich College. The latest additions bring the total number of accusers to 34, as more students from Farage's school year speak out against the Reform leader.
One of those who has spoken out is Jason Meredith, a 58-year-old Anglo-Indian man who says he was called racist slurs by Farage when they were both 15 or 16 years old. Meredith claims that Farage would often taunt him with phrases like "go back home" and "paki", which he believes was intended to humiliate him.
Meredith is not alone in his experiences, as several other former classmates have come forward to share their own stories of being targeted by Farage's bullying behavior. Some have claimed that he would often harass them about his supposed "obsession" with the 1980 school roll, which had more boys with the surname Patel than Smith.
Another former pupil, Adrian Woods, claims that he witnessed Farage harassing fellow student Peter Ettedgui, who is now a Bafta- and Emmy-winning director. Woods says that he remembers Farage making antisemitic comments to Ettedgui, including using the phrase "Hitler was right" and simulating the sound of gas chambers with a long hiss.
The allegations against Farage have been met with denial from the former UKIP leader, who has consistently claimed that the behavior was simply "banter" or "teasing". However, many of his accusers say that this is not an accurate description of what they experienced, and that Farage's actions were intended to intimidate and humiliate them.
In a recent interview with ITV News, Farage claimed that some of the allegations against him were "complete made-up fantasies", but many of his former classmates have disputed this characterization. The controversy surrounding Farage's behavior has sparked renewed calls for him to apologize and take responsibility for his past actions.
The situation highlights the ongoing issue of bullying and harassment in British schools, particularly in elite institutions like Dulwich College. It also raises questions about how such incidents can be addressed and prevented in the future.
Reform UK, Farage's party, has declined to comment on the allegations, but his deputy leader Richard Tice has suggested that some of those who have come forward are "liars" who are spreading "made-up twaddle". However, this characterization has been widely criticized by many of Farage's accusers, who say that it is a clear attempt to discredit their claims.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether Farage will finally acknowledge and apologize for his past behavior. Until then, many of his former classmates are left to wonder why they were never taken seriously as children, and how such incidents can be addressed in a way that prevents similar bullying from happening again in the future.
One of those who has spoken out is Jason Meredith, a 58-year-old Anglo-Indian man who says he was called racist slurs by Farage when they were both 15 or 16 years old. Meredith claims that Farage would often taunt him with phrases like "go back home" and "paki", which he believes was intended to humiliate him.
Meredith is not alone in his experiences, as several other former classmates have come forward to share their own stories of being targeted by Farage's bullying behavior. Some have claimed that he would often harass them about his supposed "obsession" with the 1980 school roll, which had more boys with the surname Patel than Smith.
Another former pupil, Adrian Woods, claims that he witnessed Farage harassing fellow student Peter Ettedgui, who is now a Bafta- and Emmy-winning director. Woods says that he remembers Farage making antisemitic comments to Ettedgui, including using the phrase "Hitler was right" and simulating the sound of gas chambers with a long hiss.
The allegations against Farage have been met with denial from the former UKIP leader, who has consistently claimed that the behavior was simply "banter" or "teasing". However, many of his accusers say that this is not an accurate description of what they experienced, and that Farage's actions were intended to intimidate and humiliate them.
In a recent interview with ITV News, Farage claimed that some of the allegations against him were "complete made-up fantasies", but many of his former classmates have disputed this characterization. The controversy surrounding Farage's behavior has sparked renewed calls for him to apologize and take responsibility for his past actions.
The situation highlights the ongoing issue of bullying and harassment in British schools, particularly in elite institutions like Dulwich College. It also raises questions about how such incidents can be addressed and prevented in the future.
Reform UK, Farage's party, has declined to comment on the allegations, but his deputy leader Richard Tice has suggested that some of those who have come forward are "liars" who are spreading "made-up twaddle". However, this characterization has been widely criticized by many of Farage's accusers, who say that it is a clear attempt to discredit their claims.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether Farage will finally acknowledge and apologize for his past behavior. Until then, many of his former classmates are left to wonder why they were never taken seriously as children, and how such incidents can be addressed in a way that prevents similar bullying from happening again in the future.
. 34 witnesses, 1 liar? 
like what's even worse is he was only 15/16 when all this went down and it's not just some made up fantasies, it's ppl who were literally bullied & humiliated by him 
i feel for them, they deserve justice & a proper apology from farage. also, reform uk's deputy leader saying that some of the accusers are liars is super shady 
why r they trying to discredit these ppl? can't u just own up to ur mistakes & apologize?
The more I think about it, the more I'm shocked that someone like Nigel Farage, who's now a prominent figure in British politics, had such a dark past as a schoolboy. 34 former classmates coming forward with stories of racism and antisemitism is just heartbreaking 
. It's not just about what happened all those years ago, but how it could've shaped him into the person he is today.
It's not just about Farage's apology; it's about accountability and making sure something like this never happens again in schools.
this whole thing is just really upsetting. i mean, imagine being 15 or 16 years old and already being targeted for who you are because of your background... it's not okay and it never was. 
nigel farage's behavior is a perfect example of how some people can hide behind "banter" or "teasing" to cover up their true intentions. newsflash: that's just a way of saying you're a bully and you don't care about anyone but yourself. 
it's time for Farage to take responsibility for his actions and apologize to those who were hurt by him. 
. These allegations against Farage have been coming out for years now, but still no concrete action is being taken. It's like everyone's waiting for someone else to step forward and say "enough is enough". Meanwhile, these former classmates are left to deal with the emotional fallout of being bullied as kids 
It's not about Farage as an individual; it's about creating a culture where everyone feels safe and respected.
. And we need to hold people in positions of power accountable for their actions. It's time to find some middle ground and work towards a solution 
Can't believe more people are coming forward to say Farage was a total jerk to them back in school 
It's heartbreaking to think about the impact this must have had on their lives, and how it's only now, as adults, are they finding the courage to speak out against Farage's behavior... 
. I mean, it's one thing to make jokes or tease someone in school, but these accusations are about genuine hurtful behavior 
. But seriously, if Farage did indeed engage in racist & antisemitic behavior as a teenager, then he needs to own up to it and apologize 
. We should all be held accountable for our actions, especially when they've affected people's lives like this 
. It highlights the need for better support systems and reporting mechanisms for victims of bullying 
. We need to create a culture where students feel safe coming forward and being believed 
.