Renew began in 2017 when a group of individuals stood as independent candidates in the 2017 general election. They joined forces to oppose the tired and self-serving parties that had brought the UK to a political crisis.

In the autumn of 2017, the party registered with the Electoral Commission and started recruiting candidates from outside politics. By Christmas over 200 potential candidates had applied.

Following our official launch in February 2018, we embarked on our Listen to Britain Tour, visiting 22 towns and cities, meeting Renew supporters, holding street stalls and conducting over 5000 surveys.

Ever since our founding, Renew has campaigned for root and branch reform of our politics. We will continue working to tackle the toxic political culture that is dividing our society.