Howard Cox is the Reform UK candidate for the London Mayoral election, focusing on a platform to "Get London Moving" by advocating for the removal of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), cutting crime, and ending what he perceives as the detrimental policies of the current Mayor, Sadiq Khan. Cox, who has a history of campaigning for motorists through the FairFuelUK Campaign, claims that his efforts have significantly prevented fuel price increases, thereby saving motorists money and contributing to economic stability.
Tripling visible policing to enhance safety and reduce crime and anti-social behavior in London's streets and public transport. Installing police public access points in busy consumer locations across London.
Replacing current driving policies with incentives for clean fuel technology. Removing LTNs, 20 mph zones, and other road restrictions that he views as unnecessary.
Creating a Road User Tzar to bridge the divide between cyclists and drivers, which he attributes to the current Mayor's policies. Scrapping all ULEZ charges across London and refunding ULEZ expansion fees and fines received since 29th August 2023.
Tripling affordable housing builds, especially on GLA and TFL owned land. Cox criticizes the Conservative Party, stating that supporting them is akin to supporting Khan, and he disassociates from being a career politician.
Instead, he presents himself as a small business advisor with a focus on pragmatic solutions over political ideology. His campaign calls for support from Londoners who seek to move away from what he describes as "debt-ridden virtue signalling idealism" towards a "popular common-sense prosperity." Cox's policies aim to address ULEZ and LTNs, improve policing and safety, significantly increase affordable housing, expand secure Wi-Fi and 5G access, support environmental initiatives through clean fuel technology incentives, and uphold democratic principles.
Reform UK presents itself as a political alternative to the traditional two-party system in Britain, criticizing both the Conservative and Labour parties for their perceived failures. The party positions itself as a champion of common sense, aiming to address the numerous crises it perceives in British society, from immigration and public spending to healthcare and energy policies.
Reform UK proposes a strict limit on non-essential immigration, arguing that it will alleviate pressure on housing, public services, and wages, and protect British culture and values. The party plans to implement a robust strategy to prevent illegal immigration, including detaining and deporting illegal migrants and ending health tourism and immediate access to benefits for new arrivals.
The economic strategy includes significant tax cuts aimed at boosting the income of the working class and incentivizing small businesses. Key measures include raising the income tax threshold, reducing corporation tax for small and medium-sized enterprises, and abolishing certain business taxes to encourage investment and economic growth.
Reform UK seeks to eliminate NHS waiting lists and proposes tax breaks for healthcare workers to address staff shortages. The party advocates for using private healthcare capacity to alleviate the burden on the NHS, suggesting a voucher system for patients facing long wait times.
A controversial aspect of their platform is the rejection of Net Zero carbon goals, which the party claims are economically damaging. Reform UK intends to revive the domestic oil and gas industries, reduce reliance on renewable energy subsidies, and explore new nuclear technology without the constraints of current environmental regulations.
The party pledges to increase police numbers, implement zero tolerance policies on crime, and expedite the deportation of foreign criminals. It also aims to reform the justice system by mandating life sentences for repeat violent offenders and enhancing the budget for criminal justice.
Reform UK calls for significant constitutional reforms, including leaving the European Convention on Human Rights, reforming the House of Lords, and introducing a proportional representation voting system. These changes are aimed at making Britain's political system more democratic and accountable.
Reform UK’s platform is built on a foundation of radical change across multiple sectors of government and society. The party seeks to dismantle what it views as failed policies and replace them with a framework that prioritizes British sovereignty, cultural identity, and economic independence.