Nigel Farage’s Reform Party is currently polling at levels which could put them in with a chance of winning the next general election. And it looks highly likely the party will return a raft of MSPs at next year’s -Holyrood election. But Farage offers no real solutions to the problems faced by working families in Scotland. He blames immigrants and -vulnerable groups for society’s ills – from poor housing and low wages to NHS waiting lists. You’ll rarely hear him blame the UK’s troubles on the grotesque inequality that sees workers made poorer while the rich get richer. That’s because he is a millionaire himself – a former private schoolboy who became a wealthy commodities trader and property tycoon. His entire political career has been designed to protect the super-rich and advance his own interests. That’s why the Record welcomes John Swinney’s anti-Reform summit which is taking place today. The First Minister recognises the threat that right-wing extremism poses – not just to minority groups but to all working people. It is fitting that the summit comes as we publish an open letter on Page 11 today by World War II veterans warning that we must not allow extremist hate to take root again in Europe. From 1939 to 1945 all decent people fought to keep democracy alive in the face of Nazi aggression. And as we navigate uncertain times in the 21st century, the lessons from history are clear. Decent people must once again take on the rise of right-wing extremism. And our politicians must also provide hope for a better, more prosperous future for all our people. That, after all, is the real key to -stopping the far-right. Stay on course One of Scotland’s claims to fame is as the home of golf. And it is a proud boast that the sport, in Scotland at least, is a game for all the people. Generations of youngsters have traipsed along to their local council course to play for a few quid. And experienced golfers have often enjoyed some of the world’s best courses for a modest sum. However, with 18 holes costing more than £500 at some venues, the sport is starting to look more out of reach. That is why the custodians of golf at St Andrews deserve praise for an initiative offering cheap rounds for Scots. Tourists from around the world would pay a month’s wages to play the Old Course. Yet we can now get a round for just £42.50. That’s a fairway to heaven.