Tony Glover is the Reform UK spokesperson for Poplar and Limehouse and a candidate for the North East London Assembly Constituency. Born in Bethnal Green and with deep roots in East London, Glover brings a strong local perspective to his political activities.
Glover has a diverse professional background, having worked as a civil servant for cabinet ministers and in Parliament. He later transitioned to representing the energy industry, focusing on media relations, government interactions, and parliamentary advocacy, particularly advocating for the role of gas in the UK's energy mix.
As a critic of the Conservative Party's Net Zero policy, Glover opposes the removal of gas boilers and advocates for maintaining traditional energy infrastructures. His stance reflects a broader skepticism of rapid changes in energy policy that he believes could negatively impact consumers and the economy.
Glover is vocal about his opposition to the traffic restrictions implemented across London, such as Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs), road restrictions, and 20mph zones, which he argues were established without adequate community consultation. He attributes these changes to increased difficulties for emergency services and general traffic flow, which he believes have adversely affected local communities.
Highlighting the rise in violent crime, Glover argues that police resources should be refocused from monitoring social media to maintaining public safety on the streets. His campaign advocates for a redirection of priorities to address what he sees as core issues affecting the safety and well-being of residents.
Glover is also standing as a candidate in the upcoming general election for Poplar and Limehouse. He presents himself as a candidate of change, aiming to challenge the longstanding Labour dominance in the North East London Assembly Constituency.
He calls for a "voice of sanity" in City Hall, representing a shift towards addressing local grievances and promoting policies that resonate with the everyday experiences and needs of his constituents.
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.