Nigel Farage joins Sky News Australia as a high-profile commentator, marking his 10th job, to express concerns about the state of the British economy and criticize the UK chancellor.
Nigel Farage has secured a new role as a commentator for Sky News Australia, marking his 10th job.
Nigel Farage is a British politician and former leader of the UK Independence Party (UKIP).
Born on April 3, 1964, in Farnborough, England, he rose to prominence advocating for Brexit.
Farage served as an MEP from 1999 to 2020 and led UKIP from 2006 to 2016.
He has been a vocal critic of the European Union and its policies.
Farage's leadership and oratory skills made him a key figure in the Leave campaign during the 2016 EU referendum.
The Reform UK leader will earn £25,368 for his work on the Rupert Murdoch-backed channel.
Sky News Australia is a 24-hour news channel that provides in-depth coverage of local and Sky News Australia's and international news.
Founded in 1996, it has become a leading source of news and analysis in the country.
The channel features a team of experienced journalists who provide comprehensive coverage of politics, business, sports, and entertainment.
Sky News Australia also offers live streaming and on-demand content through its website and mobile app.
In addition to his role as an MP and the leader of Reform UK, Farage has a diverse portfolio of gigs. He has written a column for the Daily Telegraph worth £280,000 per year and presented for GB News, earning over £330,000 since July. Additionally, he has given speeches, worked on social media for Google, X, and Meta, and sold personalised videos on Cameo, netting him £125,000.
In his recent commentary for Sky News Australia, Farage expressed concerns about the state of the British economy. He stated that the country is ‘going downhill‘ and facing economic decline, with people becoming poorer and societal problems escalating. He also criticized the UK chancellor, Rachel Reeves, saying she looks like she’s attending a family funeral every day.
The British economy has undergone significant transformations since its inception.
Historically, it was driven by agriculture and trade, with the Industrial Revolution in the 18th century marking a major turning point.
The UK's strong service sector, finance industry, and innovation-driven manufacturing have contributed to its status as a global economic leader.
According to the World Bank, the UK's GDP (nominal) reached $2.62 trillion in 2020, making it the fifth-largest economy worldwide.
The country's economic growth is often tied to its EU membership and post-Brexit trade agreements.
Farage’s comments have been met with criticism from some MPs. Wes Streeting, the health secretary, has accused Farage of promoting a ‘miserabilist, declinist‘ vision of Britain, which he believes is time to challenge. Farage’s role as a commentator for Sky News Australia has also raised questions about his impartiality.
The new MPs’ register of interests has revealed Farage’s involvement with various media outlets and companies. His spokesperson confirmed that the £25,368 payment was made for 19 hours of work over several months. Other MPs have also faced criticism for accepting freebies, including Labour MP Sarah Coombes, who took £3,000 worth of tickets and hospitality to the Brit Awards.
