UK health minister and Labour MPs ousted following 'sexist and racist' remarks
The controversy centers on councilors and officials from the UK ruling party who are alleged members of the messaging group known as ‘Trigger Me Timbers.’ Read Full Article at RT.com
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A scandal has emerged involving councilors and officials from the British ruling party, who were reportedly active in a WhatsApp group dubbed ‘Trigger Me Timbers.’
The UK Labour Party has dismissed its Health Minister Andrew Gwynne and several MPs following the exposure of a leaked WhatsApp chat that allegedly featured offensive and abusive messages. Gwynne was removed from his position on Saturday after media revealed a series of sexist and racist comments he made within the group, which included Labour councilors, party officials, and at least one other MP.
Among the allegations, Gwynne supposedly made anti-Semitic remarks and "joked" about a pensioner voter, expressing a wish that she would pass away before the next election. As a result of these revelations, Gwynne, the MP for Gorton and Denton, was suspended by the Labour Party.
Additionally, three Labour councilors—Claire Reid, Jack Naylor, and George Newton—along with MP Oliver Ryan, a former assistant to Gwynne, have also resigned and faced suspension from the party.
Reports indicate that the health minister insulted a pensioner who had voiced concerns to a local councilor regarding bin collections. He is quoted as suggesting the councilor reply: “Dear resident, F*** your bins. I’m re-elected and without your vote. Screw you. PS: Hopefully you’ll have croaked it by the all-outs.” The term “all-outs” refers to council elections where all seats are contested, typically every four years.
Furthermore, Gwynne allegedly made racist comments about Labour MP Diane Abbott and sexist remarks about Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, even joking about a constituent being “mown down” by a truck.
In a statement to Sky News, British Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook denounced the remarks as “unacceptable.” He emphasized that the decisive action taken by the Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, to dismiss Gwynne demonstrates a commitment to uphold high standards in public office.
Gwynne has since expressed "deep regret" over his "badly misjudged comments" and apologized for any offense caused.
Meanwhile, the penalty for Burnley MP Oliver Ryan was issued just 48 hours after Gwynne's dismissal, following an investigation into allegations of mocking a fellow Labour MP regarding his sexuality. A representative for the Labour Party confirmed that Ryan has been suspended as part of the ongoing investigation related to the WhatsApp group.
Amid these events, opinion polls suggest a drop in Labour's popularity since its significant victory last year, as the party grapples with maintaining support amidst stagnating economic growth. A recent YouGov voting intention poll revealed that a quarter of British voters would prefer Nigel Farage’s right-wing Reform UK party over Labour in a general election.
Aarav Patel for TROIB News
The UK Labour Party has dismissed its Health Minister Andrew Gwynne and several MPs following the exposure of a leaked WhatsApp chat that allegedly featured offensive and abusive messages. Gwynne was removed from his position on Saturday after media revealed a series of sexist and racist comments he made within the group, which included Labour councilors, party officials, and at least one other MP.
Among the allegations, Gwynne supposedly made anti-Semitic remarks and "joked" about a pensioner voter, expressing a wish that she would pass away before the next election. As a result of these revelations, Gwynne, the MP for Gorton and Denton, was suspended by the Labour Party.
Additionally, three Labour councilors—Claire Reid, Jack Naylor, and George Newton—along with MP Oliver Ryan, a former assistant to Gwynne, have also resigned and faced suspension from the party.
Reports indicate that the health minister insulted a pensioner who had voiced concerns to a local councilor regarding bin collections. He is quoted as suggesting the councilor reply: “Dear resident, F*** your bins. I’m re-elected and without your vote. Screw you. PS: Hopefully you’ll have croaked it by the all-outs.” The term “all-outs” refers to council elections where all seats are contested, typically every four years.
Furthermore, Gwynne allegedly made racist comments about Labour MP Diane Abbott and sexist remarks about Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, even joking about a constituent being “mown down” by a truck.
In a statement to Sky News, British Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook denounced the remarks as “unacceptable.” He emphasized that the decisive action taken by the Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, to dismiss Gwynne demonstrates a commitment to uphold high standards in public office.
Gwynne has since expressed "deep regret" over his "badly misjudged comments" and apologized for any offense caused.
Meanwhile, the penalty for Burnley MP Oliver Ryan was issued just 48 hours after Gwynne's dismissal, following an investigation into allegations of mocking a fellow Labour MP regarding his sexuality. A representative for the Labour Party confirmed that Ryan has been suspended as part of the ongoing investigation related to the WhatsApp group.
Amid these events, opinion polls suggest a drop in Labour's popularity since its significant victory last year, as the party grapples with maintaining support amidst stagnating economic growth. A recent YouGov voting intention poll revealed that a quarter of British voters would prefer Nigel Farage’s right-wing Reform UK party over Labour in a general election.
Aarav Patel for TROIB News
