Stephen Hartley, a candidate for Reform UK in the upcoming Oxfordshire local elections, has been suspended after he revealed his support for Jimmy Savile, a notorious sex offender. Hartley admitted to posting on social media that Savile was a 'working class hero' and expressed skepticism about allegations made against him. Following the exposure of his posts, Reform UK quickly withdrew support for Hartley's candidacy but he will still appear on the ballot due to the timing of the suspension. The situation highlights the party's commitment to candidate vetting prior to elections.
A Reform UK candidate has been suspended after revealing support for serial sex abuser Jimmy Savile, raising significant concerns about candidate vetting.
Stephen Hartley stated he may have 'forgotten' to disclose his social media posts about Savile, prompting Reform UK's swift action against him.
The party's leader emphasized that candidates would undergo vetting ahead of local elections, highlighting the importance of candidate integrity.
Mr. Hartley expressed uncertainty about the allegations against Savile, which contradicts the views of hundreds of victims and the NSPCC.
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