Count Binface has given his verdict on Donald Trump and explains why he sees himself as a “kindred spirit” of England’s Harry Kane. The comedic Clacton by-election candidate, who will face Nigel Farage for the local MP position on 13 August, expressed doubt that he and the US president, whom he refers to as “the Mango Mussolini,” would get along, reports BritPanorama.
In a tongue-in-cheek interview, Binface praised Kane ahead of England’s World Cup quarter-final clash against Norway on Saturday, stating that both are “winners.” “I see a bit of myself in him. He’s scored roughly the same number of goals for England as I get [votes] in the average election, so we’re kindred spirits,” said Jon Harvey, who is best known as Count Binface and noted for donning a bin on his head.
Farage’s resignation as an MP has initiated a by-election in Clacton, where he will confront Count Binface, following scrutiny over undeclared donations to him and Reform UK. Polling from Ipsos this week indicated that one in three British adults (33 percent) would prefer to see Count Binface win the by-election, while only 21 percent told YouGov that they would like to see Farage re-elected.
In a critical remark about Farage, Binface stated, “Nigel Farage has decided to call a referendum on himself.” He expressed confusion regarding Farage’s upset over treatment contrasted with his decision to enter an election campaign, calling it “curious.” Binface added humorously, “I’ve got my metaphorical popcorn ready. Not actual popcorn, because I haven’t got a mouth as such.”
Alongside his familiar policies—such as advocating for at least one affordable house, nationalising singer Adele, and introducing conscription for speakerphone users on public transport—Binface claimed his “manifesto will be pinpointed, laser-guided, to the needs of the Clacton electorate.”
What are Count Binface’s policies and how does he plan to serve Clacton if he beats Nigel Farage?
He simplified his approach regarding taxation: “I’ve got a very good taxation policy. I pledge to cut your taxes and raise everybody else’s.”
Donald Trump and US relations
Addressing potential relations with the US President, he remarked, “I’m not sure me and the Mango Mussolini, the Peach Pinochet, are on the same page. If I went to America, I’d probably come face to face with ICE. The irony is that in my get-up, ice is exactly what I would most like.”
Serving his constituency
Citing criticism directed at Farage for his absence in Clacton since his election, Binface quipped, “Maybe I’ll follow the rule of the last member of parliament and not visit Clacton. What is the done thing if you’re the MP for Clacton? It seems to be to go to Washington DC and hang out there.”
Count Binface’s casual remarks reflect a sense of engagement with the local electorate, even as his comedic persona underscores the political absurdities surrounding the by-election. In a lighter vein, he noted his “friendly relationship” with the prime minister-in-waiting, suggesting a connection beyond mere political rivalry.
Immigration
On immigration, Binface expressed disagreement with the policies of Reform UK, stating, “Or indeed any of those parties — Restore, Reclaim, Reformat, Reboot. They all sound like things that you had to do to floppy disks in the Nineties.”
His relationship with Andy Burnham
He described the prime minister-in-waiting as “more human than the PMs I’ve had the chance to chinwag with.” Reflecting on that previous high-stakes political contest, he commented, “There’s mutual respect there. Makerfield was trailed as being the most historic British by-election of all time and was going to decide the identity of the next prime minister, so I was like, count me in. He won, but I won morally. We both had something to celebrate.”
Mr Burnham has previously backed Count Binface, expressing hope for his candidacy, saying he was “carrying the hopes of the nation. Don’t let us down.”
