Not yet worried about tyranny in Britain? This is why you should be | Owen Jones
The article discusses concerns about the potential rise of authoritarianism in Britain, particularly in light of comments made by figures from Reform UK. It highlights the lack of constitutional protections that could prevent such a shift and draws parallels with recent developments in the United States. The author warns that the current political climate could facilitate a move towards tyranny if unchecked.
- ▪Reform UK figures have made alarming statements suggesting a reckoning against perceived traitors in British politics.
- ▪The UK lacks a codified constitution and strong protections for democratic freedoms, making it vulnerable to authoritarianism.
- ▪Reform plans to repeal the Human Rights Act and create a British version of ICE, which would enable mass deportations.
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The House of Commons, London. Photograph: Dan Kitwood/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenThe House of Commons, London. Photograph: Dan Kitwood/Getty ImagesOpinionReform UKNot yet worried about tyranny in Britain? This is why you should beOwen JonesChilling comments by Reform figures can’t be dismissed when you consider the overwhelming power of the UK’s centralised stateWed 3 Jun 2026 05.00 EDTLast modified on Wed 3 Jun 2026 05.01 EDTShareBritain is much closer to tyranny than you think. Consider a recent social post by Zia Yusuf, one of Reform UK’s leading figures. “Recent events demonstrate why I view the Tory and Labour politicians who created the burning injustice of modern Britain as traitors to their country,” he wrote.
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