In a stunning turn of events, 15-year-old Charlie Simpson has emerged as a key player in the UK’s political landscape, breaking news of a high-profile Conservative MP’s defection to the Reform UK party. Once a supporter of Nigel Farage, Simpson now describes the former UKIP leader as a “fraud”, showcasing the teenager’s independent, and at times controversial, political views.
Simpson, who runs the popular Twitter account @GBPolitics, claims to have an “alternative agenda” to the mainstream media, focused on pushing “right-wing news”. The self-styled “independent journalist” has faced scrutiny for his links to far-right figures, including a past appearance as a speaker at a rally organised by Tommy Robinson.
Despite the criticism, Simpson’s reporting on the defection of Andrew Rosindell, a former Conservative shadow minister, to Reform UK has thrust him into the spotlight. Simpson had tweeted the exclusive news a day before Rosindell’s announcement, causing a stir and prompting denials from Reform UK sources.
The teenager, who says he starts work at 6am each day, maintains that he has sources within the Conservative and Labour parties, as well as connections to Reform UK members. While once a Farage supporter, Simpson now views the former UKIP leader as a “fraud” and has harsh words for other Reform UK figures, such as Lee Anderson.
Looking ahead, Simpson promises an even bigger scoop in the coming weeks, claiming that two prominent Tory MPs and three other backbenchers are in discussions to defect to Reform UK. This latest development underscores the growing influence of this young, self-proclaimed “independent journalist” in the turbulent world of British politics.
