Reform UK is facing turmoil after suspending four more councillors on Kent County Council due to bitter infighting and divisions among its members.
A leaked recording of a meeting, shared with the Guardian, revealed councillors complaining about "backbiting" and being ignored by their leader, Linden Kemkaran. In the recording, Kemkaran is heard telling them to
"fucking suck it up"if they did not agree with decisions made by her.
have had the whip suspended pending an investigation, according to a Reform UK spokesperson.
This incident is particularly embarrassing for Farage, as Kent County Council is seen as a test case for the party's ability to govern.
Author's summary: Reform UK suspends 4 councillors due to infighting.