UK Councillor Wins Seat Despite ‘Melt Nigerians into Potholes’ Remark and Anti-Women Posts
A Reform UK candidate won a Sunderland council seat despite resurfaced social media posts attacking Nigerians and women. Glenn Gibbins faced criticism for comments suggesting Nigerians be “melted down to fill potholes” and labeling female presenters as “fat repulsive lesbians.” The controversy returned after his Hylton Castle victory, with Reform UK remaining silent on the remarks. In Merseyside, Jay Cooper also secured a seat at Sefton Council amid allegations he described the Holocaust as a hoax and questioned the 9/11 attacks. These incidents have intensified scrutiny of candidates elected under the Reform UK banner, prompting wider debate about accountability and standards in local politics.
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