Conservatives Face Backlash Over Donations from Controversial Donor
Frank Hester's £15m contributions to the Tory party spark criticism over alleged racist remarks
- Frank Hester, a major Tory donor, is accused of making racist and misogynistic comments about MP Diane Abbott.
- The Conservative Party accepted an additional £5m from Hester in January and £150,000 in March, despite previous controversies.
- Labour and other parties demand the return of Hester's donations, questioning the integrity of Tory leadership.
- Hester's donations account for a significant portion of the Conservative Party's election funding.
- Rishi Sunak and other Tory leaders condemned Hester's remarks but defended accepting his donations.