Nationwide chairman attends Reform UK event

Nationwide Building Society chairman Kevin Parry attended a Reform UK event, marking the first time a major UK lender boss has publicly engaged with the party. Parry was seen at a breakfast meeting focused on Reform UK's business plans, seated with deputy leader Richard Tice. Nationwide defended the engagement as routine dialogue with political representatives. The building society regularly meets with figures across the political spectrum to discuss issues relevant to its members and the financial sector.