Labour canvasser 'blamed council tax rise on resignation of stalking victim'
Briefly

A doorbell camera video shows a Labour canvasser suggesting that the resignation of a Liberal Democrat councillor has raised council tax due to by-election expenses. Anton Georgiou, who resigned after a troubling personal experience, compelled a by-election scheduled for February 18. Brent Council plans a 4.99% increase in council tax. Despite the comments, Brent Labour disavowed the remarks, while Liberal Democrat leader Paul Lorber accused Labour of engaging in underhand tactics by targeting their supporters and diverting attention from local issues like community neglect.
The activist, who had recently switched to Labour, emphasized that the former councillor’s resignation was causing financial burdens, leading to increased council tax for residents.
Labour leader Paul Lorber criticized the tactics used by Labour canvassers, claiming they were deliberately targeting Liberal Democrat bases to create confusion and dissent.
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