Beth Rigby has been criticised for 'gotcha' journalism while she interviewed Nigel Farage this week.
The Sky News political editor accused Farage in a question asking: "Given what's been revealed around this campaign with accusations of racism, homophobia some of the pro-Kremlin remarks, do you think the Tories would want you in their party?
Farage hit back: "I've never made a pro-Kremlin remark."
Later Rigby questioned Farage on Andrew Tate, to which the Reform leader quipped: "Nobody can talk objectively about anything."
Beth Rigby asked: "Do you disavow him then Nigel?" -
In the tense back and forth Farage replied: "I've just done it twice what do you want it three times and the cock will crow?"
Reaction to the interview and criticism came swiftly.
Beth Rigby interviewing Nigel Farage
Sky News
One social media user wrote: "God I hate the MSM and Sky is one of the worst!"
Another wrote: "Rigby is so unimaginative."
"Awful interview just endlessly looking at gotcha moment simmering with contempt."
A lot of praise came to Farage for his answers in the six minute interview, with one supporter writing: "They only party political leader that says is as it is with common sense."
As the 2024 polls unfold, Reform UK has been making notable strides, positioning itself as a formidable player in the British political landscape.
Recent polling data suggests that Reform UK surging in support, particularly among voters who feel that the major parties have failed to address their concerns.
This increase in popularity can be attributed to the party’s strong stance on national sovereignty and its commitment to reforming what it sees as a bureaucratic and inefficient system.
Critics argue mainstream media, including the likes of the BBC and Sky News are exhibiting bias against Nigel Farage and Reform.
The perceived imbalance in coverage fuels accusations of partiality, undermining public trust in the mainstream impartiality and leaving Reform UK supporters feeling marginalized in the national political conversation.
