Labour says it is ‘deplorable’ for Reform to dismiss Farage schoolboy racism claims as lies – UK politics live
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The Labour Party has criticized Reform UK leader Richard Tice for dismissing claims of racism and antisemitism against Nigel Farage during his school years. These claims were made by former schoolmates of Farage. Tice called the allegations "made-up twaddle," prompting Labour to call his response "deplorable" and accuse Reform UK of dragging politics to a "dark place." Labour's Anna Turley stated that the alleged victims showed courage in coming forward. Farage has not offered a categorical denial, stating he doesn't remember everything from his school days. The controversy comes as Reform UK received a record £9 million donation from a Boris Johnson supporter. Farage is scheduled to hold a press conference later today regarding the postponement of four mayoral elections in England.
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