Burnham sends clear message to Reform in wake of racism scandal

• Andy Burnham has called on Reform UK to take “immediate and firm action” after an undercover ITV News investigation exposed party members using abhorrent racist language.
• The ITV News probe recorded Reform UK councillors and candidates using severe racial slurs, including describing Black children as “animals” and Asian families as “infesting” an area.
• Reform UK leader Nigel Farage defended his party by claiming the sting was an establishment effort to target them, while insisting that bad behaviour is dealt with and vetting processes are rigorous.
• Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch reiterated her opposition to forming any alliances with Reform UK, stating that Reform politicians are letting down their voters.
• The investigation has already resulted in political fallout, with Solihull councillor Chris Whelan resigning and other implicated members being suspended or leaving the party.

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