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Brexit Myths Promoted by Nigel Farage

Part of the Nigel Farage & Brexit hub.

Overview

Nigel Farage has built much of his political career on Brexit claims that have been widely challenged or disproven. From the £350 million NHS promise to sweeping statements about immigration and economic renewal, these narratives helped define the referendum debate but have not stood up to scrutiny.

This page highlights the key myths, links to fact-checks, and provides verified sources for further reading.

The £350 Million for the NHS Claim

Farage repeatedly backed the now-infamous claim that leaving the EU would free up £350 million per week for the NHS. The figure was emblazoned on the red referendum bus and repeated in campaign speeches.

  • The UK Statistics Authority and independent analysts described the claim as misleading.
  • Any notional savings were outweighed by post-Brexit costs and slower economic growth.

👉 Verdict: Misleading

“Immigration Will Fall Dramatically After Brexit”

Farage argued that Brexit would restore control of UK borders and lead to a sharp drop in immigration.

  • Official data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows that net migration remains historically high.
  • New visa rules shifted where migrants come from, but did not produce the drastic reduction Farage promised.

👉 Verdict: Misleading

“Brexit Will Boost the Economy”

Farage claimed Brexit would unlock trade and growth.

  • Independent analyses by the Office for Budget Responsibility and Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) show UK GDP growth has lagged behind comparable economies.
  • Business investment and exports have been hit by new trade frictions.

👉 Verdict: False

“Brexit Restored Sovereignty”

Farage framed Brexit as the moment Britain “took back control.”

  • While the UK left EU institutions, it continues to follow many EU standards to maintain trade.
  • The Northern Ireland Protocol and border checks highlight the compromises of sovereignty in practice.

👉 Verdict: Partly True / Oversimplified

Conclusion

Farage’s Brexit myths continue to shape his political narrative, but official data and independent fact-checking consistently reveal a gap between his claims and reality.

Sources

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