Members of the political group Restore Britain have been linked to support for Kai Stephens, a candidate for the British Democrats in the Clacton by-election held on August 26. Stephens, 21, who describes himself as an ethno-nationalist, has made controversial statements that have drawn criticism from political observers and rival parties.

Stephens has publicly characterized himself as an advocate against what he terms "demographic replacement" and has criticized mainstream political parties in Britain by using inflammatory language, including labeling them as "Zionist dog slaves." He has also condemned what he called the "centre-Right fetishisation of Judaism and Israel," remarks that have been noted as part of his broader nationalist platform.

The Clacton by-election was prompted by the resignation of Nigel Farage, who stepped down last month amid a sleaze investigation relating to a £5 million donation from a cryptocurrency billionaire. Major parties opted not to contest the seat, leaving Farage to face a field of more than 30 independent and novelty candidates.

According to reports, dozens of Restore Britain members have pledged their support for Stephens’s campaign, with some participating in covert activism efforts in the constituency. Steve Laws, a Restore member, publicly encouraged voters to back what he called the "remigration candidate," a sentiment echoed by fellow member Callum Barker.

Criticism has emerged from political opponents, including a spokesperson from the Reform party who condemned the association between Restore organizers and Stephens, citing concerns over the group's alignment with individuals described as neo-Nazis. The source expressed disapproval of what they characterized as poor judgment by Rupert Lowe, a figure linked to Restore, accusing him of associating with extremist elements.

Stephens has positioned his candidacy as part of a broader "metapolitical war" against Nigel Farage and the mainstream centre-Right establishment, aiming to represent nationalist interests absent from the current political landscape.

The by-election remains notable for the absence of major party contenders and the presence of numerous fringe candidates, reflecting ongoing fractures within right-wing political movements in the United Kingdom.