Stuart James Marchant, born in January 1981 in Croydon, spent his formative years in Orpington, Kent. He attended Darrick Wood Secondary School and Orpington College.
Stuart's father was a police officer from London, and his mother, a teacher from Carmarthen, influenced his early life. During his college years, Stuart worked as a checkout operator at Tesco, which marked the beginning of his work experience.
After college, Stuart Marchant transitioned to a retail role at PC World. In September 2001, he took a new direction by entering the private parking sector, where he quickly rose through the ranks due to his dedication and competence.
In 2005, an opportunity arose for him to work in Wales, enabling him to reconnect with his maternal roots. Initially based in Swansea, he moved back to the South East in 2008 to manage a significant portfolio of car parks.
By 2020, Stuart had held various positions that showcased his ability to achieve goals and work effectively within teams. He currently runs a small business near Carmarthen, further integrating himself into the local community.
Stuart is an avid traveler with a passion for exploring diverse cultures worldwide. He also enjoys playing hockey occasionally and has recently taken up paragliding.
Politically, Stuart started his journey with the Conservative Party in 2009, but earlier this year, he switched his allegiance to the Reform Party. As a firm believer in the benefits of Brexit for South West Wales, Stuart contends that only Reform UK can effectively leverage these opportunities for the region.
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.