🚨 Breaking News: Councillor Stands Alone 🚨
In a bold move, Cardiff’s Canton ward councillor, Jasmin Chowdhury, has just announced her resignation from the Welsh Labour Party, shifting her role to an independent councillor.
In a heartfelt message shared online, Chowdhury revealed that her decision was driven by deep concerns over the party’s direction. She criticised the leadership for what she described as a lack of “moral courage” and “political backbone,” accusing them of turning a blind eye to global injustices and domestic issues.
“Silence, ambiguity, and political calculation in the face of injustice and bigotry both internationally and at home are not compatible with the values that brought me into public service,” she stated.
Chowdhury claims the party is veering to the right, implementing “disastrous policies” that she believes harm civil liberties and target vulnerable groups, including disabled individuals. Citing the recent criminalisation of peaceful protests in Cardiff, she expressed her disillusionment with the party’s failure to protect fundamental democratic rights.
Her decision to go independent underscores her commitment to the people she serves, allowing her to act with “integrity, honesty, and freedom of conscience.”
This departure comes soon after other resignations within the Labour ranks, hinting at a growing unrest. Chowdhury remains steadfast in her dedication to principles of justice, equality, and accountability.
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