Iain Dale Withdraws From Tory Candidacy Over Past Remarks About Tunbridge Wells

The broadcaster stepped down after a podcast clip resurfaced in which he criticized the town he aimed to represent.

Dale announced his withdrawal two days after quitting his job as an LBC presenter to run for Parliament.
The podcast comments, made two years ago, were highlighted by the Liberal Democrats.
Dale admitted the remarks about Tunbridge Wells were part of banter with co-host Jacqui Smith.
He expressed concern that other past comments could also be used against him in the campaign.
Dale decided to avoid causing potential damage to the Conservative Party by stepping down.