Zia Yusuf accused of racism over remarks about Somalia-born candidate
They publishedReform’s Zia Yusuf accused of ‘straightforward racism’ over comments on Somali-born Labour council leader
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- Reform UK's Zia Yusuf faced accusations of 'pretty straightforward racism' after comments.
- The remarks targeted Sagal Abdi-Wali, a Somalia-born Labour by-election hopeful and Camden Council leader.
- Abdi-Wali is considered a favourite to stand for Labour in Holborn and St Pancras.
- Jonathan Reynolds called the post 'pretty straightforward racism' and highlighted her long UK tenure.
- Robert Jenrick defended Yusuf, saying it’s legitimate to question loyalties of foreign-born candidates.
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🇬🇧 United Kingdom (outlet HQ)
topics: Politics, Economy · language: eng
topics: Politics, Economy · language: eng
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