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Reform using 'brutal and intrusive' vetting to pick candidates

Reform using 'brutal and intrusive' vetting to pick candidates

Summary

Reform UK is using intense screening to choose who can run as a candidate. They have rejected some people because of old social media posts. The party plans to announce a new leader in Wales soon.

Key Facts

  • Reform UK is vetting candidates for the Welsh Senedd election.
  • The vetting process includes checking social media and background information.
  • The party's leader, Nigel Farage, mentioned past vetting was poor but will improve.
  • Jason O'Connell, a party councillor, described the process as "brutal" and "intrusive."
  • Some candidates were dropped due to old social media comments.
  • Reform UK will announce a new leader in Wales shortly.
  • O'Connell, who is linked to leadership rumors, has not had formal talks about it.
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