Reform UK is pressing police to reopen an investigation into an attack on Nigel Farage's adviser George Cottrell, following the murder of Ann Widdecombe and a renewed probe into a firebombing at Farage's home. Cottrell was attacked outside his Chelsea home in April, and the party fears the incident may be connected to a wider pattern of hate-fuelled attacks targeting figures linked to Farage, culminating in Widdecombe's murder in July. The Metropolitan Police say the Cottrell case remains closed but could be reopened if new information emerges.

Cottrell, known as "Posh" George, was reportedly "jumped" outside his property in the early hours, recalling attackers in blue latex gloves as he fled on foot. Reform aides noted a Tatler profile revealing Farage often visited Cottrell's house, potentially making it a target. Counter-terror police have confirmed they are reopening the investigation into the firebombing of Farage's house, while the murder inquiry into Widdecombe, found dead at her Dartmoor home on 9 July, remains ongoing.