The UK Independence Party (UKIP) is a political party in the United Kingdom, founded in 1993. Its primary aim is to promote the UK's withdrawal from the European Union (EU). UKIP gained significant attention during the 2010s, especially during the 2014 European Parliament elections, where it won the most seats of any UK party. UKIP's platform includes policies focused on immigration control, national sovereignty, and reducing the influence of the EU on British laws. The party has experienced fluctuating support over the years, particularly after the 2016 Brexit referendum, which resulted in the UK's decision to leave the EU.