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The Independent UK
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Nigel Farage is a ‘snake oil salesman’ for by-election plan, says Carol Vorderman

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  • Nigel Farage has resigned as an MP, triggering a by-election in Clacton .
  • He stated his resignation was to prompt a 'people versus the establishment by-election' amidst scrutiny of his financial arrangements.
  • Carol Vorderman criticised Farage, labelling him a 'snake oil salesman', 'liar', and 'spinner' in an Instagram post on Tuesday (7 July).
  • Sir Keir Starmer condemned the move as a 'political stunt'.
  • Labour, Lib Dems, the Conservatives, Greens and Restore Britain have already ruled out submitting candidates for the by-election.

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Carol Vorderman calls Nigel Farage ‘snake oil salesman’ over resign and restand by-election plan

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