Science Secretary Accuses Farage of Betraying UK’s Children

Nigel Farage Should Apologise ‘Morning, Noon, and Night’ to Every Child for Failing to Protect Them, Says Science Secretary

In a blistering attack, the UK’s Science Secretary has accused Reform UK leader Nigel Farage of “betraying an entire generation” and called on him to apologise “morning, noon, and night” to every child in the country for what she described as a “wilful failure” to protect their futures.

The comments came during a press briefing at Westminster, where the Science Secretary criticised Farage’s record on environmental, educational, and public health policies. She claimed his positions—particularly on climate change and investment in science—posed a direct threat to the safety, wellbeing, and opportunities of young people.

“When you dismiss the science on climate change, when you undermine research funding, when you mock the work of educators and health professionals—you’re not just engaging in political posturing,” she said. “You’re making choices that will leave our children with fewer opportunities, a hotter planet, and a diminished future. That demands an apology, every single day.”

The remarks follow a series of exchanges between the government and Farage in recent weeks, with tensions escalating over environmental targets, vaccine policies, and school funding priorities. Critics of Farage point to his history of opposing net-zero commitments and questioning mainstream climate science, accusing him of putting short-term populism ahead of long-term responsibility.

Farage has so far dismissed the criticism as “political theatre,” accusing ministers of trying to distract the public from what he calls the “real crises” facing Britain, including mass migration and economic stagnation.

Political analysts say the Science Secretary’s unusually personal language suggests the government is preparing to sharpen its attacks on Farage ahead of the next election, where Reform UK’s rising popularity could erode Conservative support in key constituencies.

For now, the Science Secretary insists her comments are not about party politics but about safeguarding the next generation.

“If our children can’t rely on leaders to put their wellbeing first,” she concluded, “then what is the point of leadership at all?”