Reform Activist Controversy Remarks

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How it changed

1. 17 Oct

   Reform has said it had opened investigations where activists or members had “clearly behaved inappropriately”, adding there was “no room for racism” in the party.

   4 outlets · The Guardian
2. 18 Oct

   A Reform activist and potential parliamentary candidate caught on camera saying 'you cannot be a Muslim and British' and advocating for migrant concentration camps has been suspended by the party.

   2 outlets · Daily Mail

Coverage 5 articles

• 18 Oct Reform suspends 'you can't be Muslim and British' party activist who advocated for migrant concentration campsJason Powell, a Reform party activist and potential parliamentary candidate, has been suspended by the party after being caught on camera at a 'Farage Fest' event advocating for migrant concentration camps and stating that "you cannot be a Muslim and British." The incident was filmed as part of an ITV Exposure undercover investigation into Reform's activities. Several other party members have faced similar scrutiny…Daily Mail
• 17 Oct Reform activist suspended after reportedly saying Muslims cannot be BritishReform UK has suspended an activist and is investigating two councillors after footage aired by ITV News showed them making racist and violent statements. Party activist Jason Powell reportedly said, "You cannot be Muslim and British," and suggested illegal migrants should be kept in "concentration camps." The party's response includes legal action against ITV for its undercover reporting methods. Reform UK…BBC
• 17 Oct Undercover footage shows Reform activist claiming Muslims cannot be BritishITV conducted an undercover investigation revealing a Reform activist stating that Muslims cannot be British because their beliefs conflict with British identity, likening the combination to "oil and water." The activist also suggested building concentration camps for migrants crossing the Channel. Earlier clips from the same investigation showed other Reform members using racist language and derogatory terms. In…Evening Standard
• 17 Oct Reform activist caught on camera saying Muslims can't be british and asylum seekers should be put in 'concentration camps'An undercover ITV reporter recorded a Reform UK activist making controversial statements about Muslims and asylum seekers, including that Muslims cannot be British and that people arriving by small boats should be detained in concentration camps. The remarks have sparked further accusations of racism against the party, following previous allegations of racist language used by councillors and candidates. In response…Evening Standard
• 17 Oct Reform candidate filmed saying asylum seekers should be put in ‘concentration camps’An undercover reporter recorded a Reform UK MP candidate suggesting Muslims cannot be British and advocating for placing asylum seekers in "concentration camps." This investigation by ITV revealed further instances of racism within the party, including derogatory language used against black children and Asian families. Reform UK has acknowledged these issues but maintains there is no tolerance for racism within…The Guardian

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