Overview
- The exchange unfolded in Dorking during a discussion about British values and national pride on BBC Question Time.
- A woman in the audience said Reform UK's first four listed policies focus on immigration and on changing the country's diversity, drawing warm applause.
- Zia Yusuf defended the party's immigration-first approach, calling for secure borders, stopping small boats and deporting people in the UK illegally.
- He said immigration is the public's top concern and referenced YouGov findings while asserting a 10-point Reform lead across polls.
- The appearance was Yusuf's sixth on the programme in 16 months despite his unelected status.