Ex-Classmate Accuses Farage of Dishonesty on Racism Claims

Published: 26 November 2025 Wednesday. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online

A former classmate of Nigel Farage has accused the Reform UK leader of being dishonest about his past behavior, particularly regarding allegations of racism during their time at Dulwich College. Peter Ettedgui, who attended the London school with Farage in the 1970s, claimed that Farage made antisemitic remarks, including statements that he “knew were deeply offensive.”

In an interview with the BBC, Ettedgui described how Farage allegedly made derogatory comments about Hitler and the Holocaust, which left him deeply hurt given his Jewish heritage. Ettedgui emphasized that these memories have stayed with him for decades, and he expressed frustration at Farage’s denial.

Farage, now 61, has responded by denying the allegations, arguing that any statements made in his youth were misrepresented or taken out of context. In a recent interview, he maintained that he had never directly racially abused anyone and suggested that the timing of the allegations, coinciding with his party’s rise in popularity, was politically motivated.

The BBC also interviewed other former Dulwich College pupils who supported Ettedgui’s account, adding weight to the claims and intensifying the debate. The controversy has sparked discussions about accountability and the impact of past actions on present-day politics.

As the debate continues, the government and public are left to consider the broader implications of such allegations and the complexities of memory, accountability, and political context.