Blackpool pub becomes UK's first Reform party pub

The Talbot in Blackpool, formerly a Conservative social club, has rebranded as the UK's first Reform UK pub, attracting supporters from across the country. The pub's owners, facing rising costs, sought to capitalize on Reform's recent electoral gains, offering cheap drinks and displaying Reform-themed decor. Visitors, like Raymond Head, traveled long distances to show support and enjoy the atmosphere. The pub's transformation reflects Reform's broader movement, though some locals, like Lenny Thompson, express concerns about the party's populist appeal and potential impact on services like the NHS.