Reform UK-led council ends support for Show Racism the Red Card
Summary
A city council led by the Reform UK party in Sunderland has stopped funding the anti-racism charity Show Racism the Red Card after 30 years of support. The council leader said they would no longer support organizations with political agendas, which has caused strong reactions from charity representatives and opposition politicians.Key Facts
- Sunderland city council is now led by Reform UK, which ended its support for Show Racism the Red Card.
- Show Racism the Red Card is a charity focused on anti-racism education in schools and communities.
- Gary Bennett, a former Sunderland football player and charity coach, expressed shock and disappointment at the decision.
- Reform UK leader Christopher Eynon said the council will not support what it calls “politically charged organisations.”
- Opposition politicians, including Labour’s Bridget Phillipson, criticized the decision as not reflecting Sunderland residents’ views.
- Sunderland council was the first local authority to support the charity when it started in 1996.
- The charity’s work includes teaching children about racism and running workshops in prisons and workplaces.
- Separately, Reform UK councillors in Bradford proposed ending the city’s status as a Local Authority of Sanctuary, which supports migrants and refugees.
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