🔍 Can Reform councils scrap equality and climate roles as Farage suggests?
Nigel Farage called for the scrapping of diversity and climate jobs in Reform-run councils. But can local councils lawfully dismantle these roles unilaterally? Let’s fact-check those claims in 2 minutes.
FACT-CHECK
đź“Ś 1. The Claim
- Nigel Farage, speaking in Newton Aycliffe on 2 May, advised Durham County Council staff working on climate change or Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) to “seek alternative careers very, very quickly,” suggesting Reform UK aims to reduce such roles to cut council spending.
đź“Ś 2. Origin of the Claim
- Nigel Farage’s remarks followed Reform UK’s significant gains in local elections, including control of Durham County Council. Other party officials have confirmed intentions to audit and potentially eliminate roles related to green and inclusion efforts.
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