LGA CONFERENCE

Reform doubles down in 'blob' row

Reform UK has doubled down on its description of council officers as a ‘blob’ at the Local Government Association (LGA) Conference.

By William Eichler, Martin Ford | 02 July 2025
Zia Yusuf, left, with Nigel Farage © PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo

Reform UK has doubled down on its description of council officers as a ‘blob' at the Local Government Association (LGA) Conference.

Medway Council leader Vince Maple demanded an apology at today's conference to workers following a row over the flying of a Pride flag at Warwickshire CC.

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