Zia Yusuf resigns as Reform UK chairman
Summary
Zia Yusuf has stepped down as the chairman of Reform UK. He announced his resignation on social media, saying he no longer sees working to get the party elected as a good use of his time. This decision follows his criticism of a party member's recent remarks and comments from Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.Key Facts
- Zia Yusuf resigned as Reform UK's chairman, saying the job was no longer worth his time.
- Yusuf expressed criticism of a party member's call for a burka ban, stating it was not party policy.
- Nigel Farage, Reform UK leader, said Yusuf was important to the party's success in recent elections.
- Farage mentioned that Yusuf seemed disengaged before resigning, hinting at his potential resignation.
- Yusuf previously played a key role in increasing the party's membership and electoral success.
- He donated £200,000 to Reform UK during the general election to help professionalize the party.
- Yusuf was involved in initiatives to reduce wasteful spending in councils controlled by the party.
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