🔍 **Shock in Kent! Reform UK Councillors Expelled Over Controversy** 🔍
Things are heating up in Kent’s political scene! After a massive victory in May, Reform UK gained control of Kent County Council with 57 out of 81 seats, ending a 30-year Tory reign. But the party’s grip is slipping as three councillors face expulsion for “dishonest and deceptive” actions.
🎥 A leaked video from a meeting shows KCC leader Linden Kemkaran in a heated exchange, leading to a whirlwind of suspensions and expulsions. Four councillors initially faced suspension, but investigations have now resulted in the expulsion of Bill Barrett, Oliver Bradshaw, and Paul Thomas, along with Brian Black.
🗣️ A Reform spokesperson remarked, “We won’t tolerate dishonest behaviour from elected officials.” This decision is part of a wider effort to maintain integrity within the council.
💬 Meanwhile, the fallout continues as Mr Barrett and Robert Ford recently faced the axe, accused of undermining party interests. Mr Barrett’s suspension followed the video leak, while Mr Ford is under fire for alleged misconduct.
🎬 In the controversial leaked clip, leader Kemkaran asserted tough leadership, stating, “Sometimes I will make a decision that might not be liked by everybody, but I am afraid you are just going to have to f****** suck it up.”
💰 With a budget exceeding £2.5 billion, Kemkaran views the council as a “shop window” for Reform UK’s potential on the national stage.
Stay tuned for more updates as this dramatic saga unfolds in Kent! 📣🗞️ #KentPolitics #ReformUK #PoliticalDrama