Reform Party 'will not be taking any further action' over Wellingborough councillor's white supremacist dating allegation
Reform Party HQ 'will not be taking any further action' over an allegation one of their councillor’s profiles appeared on a white supremacist dating list.
In an open letter, three Labour north Northamptonshire MPs called on Cllr Martin Griffiths, leader of the Reform-led North Northants Council (NNC), to suspend Cllr Gavin Beales.
Responding to the letter, a statement issued by Reform UK said they had reviewed the matter ‘fully’ and was satisfied there was ‘no case to answer’.
It said: “Reform UK has reviewed the matter fully and is satisfied that there is no case to answer.
“Cllr Beales has provided a clear and consistent explanation and has been unequivocal in his opposition to racism in all its forms. He continues to serve residents fairly, respectfully and without prejudice.
“The party now considers this matter closed and will not be taking any further action.
“Cllr Beales will continue his work on behalf of local families and communities and delivering the council’s corporate plan for the future.”