Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAthena StavrouFriday 10 July 2026 15:06 BSTCount Binface responds to BBC unmasking him live on TVA new Ipsos poll reveals that 33 per cent of British adults would prefer satirical candidate Count Binface to win the Clacton by-election, while only 21 per cent back Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.The by-election was prompted by Mr Farage's resignation, with major parties declining to field candidates, describing the contest as a 'fake' election.Count Binface, an independent space warrior known for his humorous pledges, has become Mr Farage's primary competitor in the upcoming vote.Mr Farage is currently subject to an investigation by the Parliamentary Standards Commissioner concerning a £5m donation, with 74 per cent of voters supporting the continuation of this inquiry.Separate YouGov polling indicates that 73 per cent of Britons consider Mr Farage to be 'sleazy,' a perception shared by 69 per cent regarding his Reform UK party.In fullBritain backs Count Binface to beat Nigel Farage in Calcton by-election, poll showsMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in