ABSTRACT
The United Kingdom (UK) experienced significant political turmoil over its relationship with Europe between early 2016 and 2017. This chapter presents two case studies that each analyse a photojournalistic image that gained significant visibility in mainstream and social media during this period. A core element of disinformation as pushed by right-wing populists (including the so-called alt-right) is the reshaping of truth and who can be trusted to provide this. Discussions about visual disinformation and how to address it continue to be significant within journalism. Of particular significance when thinking about the ideological context for UK Independence Party's (UKIP) poster is the way that right-wing populist discourses define national belonging. In order to better understand relationships between populism and disinformation, it is crucial to take more seriously the importance of prominent images as it is clear that their value is recognised by those who hold right-wing populist views.
