UK Right-Wing, Conservative, and Populist Hashtags

This document compiles common hashtags used across UK right-wing, populist, and conservative networks on platforms like X (formerly Twitter). It is structured into thematic categories for easier monitoring and parsing.

Immigration & Border Control

#StopTheBoats: A ubiquitous hashtag across the UK right wing demanding an end to undocumented migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats.
#RwandaPlan: Used in discussions supporting the policy to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda for processing.
#CloseTheBorders / #SecureOurBorders: Broad populist hashtags advocating for strict reductions in both legal and illegal immigration.

Anti-Government, Accountability & Policing

#TwoTierKeir / #TwoTierPolicing: Surged during the 2024 riots, alleging a double standard in British justice where right-wing protestors are treated more harshly than left-wing activists or minority groups.
#StarmerOut: Expressing widespread dissatisfaction with the Labour government and calling for Keir Starmer's removal.
#SadiqKhanOut: Frequently used to criticize the Mayor of London, heavily tied to opposition against ULEZ (Ultra Low Emission Zone) expansions and urban crime policies.
#DPAudits / #AuditingBritain: Associated with citizen journalists and protest auditors who film police and public buildings to challenge state authority. This heavily intersects with anti-establishment, libertarian, and anti-policing sentiments on the right.

Political Parties & Figures

#ReformUK: The primary hashtag for supporters of the populist right-wing party, focusing on national sovereignty, lowering taxes, and immigration.
#NigelFarage: Used to amplify campaigns, speeches, and commentary from the Reform UK leader.
#LeeAnderson: Highlights commentary from the vocal Reform UK MP and former Conservative deputy chairman.
#TommyRobinson / #FreeTommy: Used by the more hardline, street-level populist right and nationalist groups to support the activist.
#Conservatives / #Tories: Used by traditional right-leaning voters, though frequently co-opted by populists to criticize the party's perceived drift from true conservative values.

Media, Commentators & Culture

#DefundTheBBC / #ScrapTheBBC: Protest against the mandatory TV license fee, claiming the broadcaster possesses an inherent left-wing or pro-establishment bias.
#GBNews: Amplifies clips and talking points from the right-leaning British news broadcaster.
#DarrenGrimes: Frequently used to share commentary and clips from the prominent conservative TV presenter and media personality.
#AntiWoke: A broad cultural hashtag used to criticize progressive social policies, DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives, and corporate messaging.
#NetZeroScandal / #NetZeroMadness: Used by conservative populists to oppose government climate policies and environmental targets, arguing they economically harm the working class.
#WEF: Often used critically by the populist right to express deep skepticism towards globalist organizations like the World Economic Forum and international regulatory alignment.