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Reform UK MP Rupert Lowe Reported to Police Over Alleged Threats and Bullying

The party accuses Lowe of threatening its chairman and engaging in workplace misconduct, while Lowe denies the allegations as baseless.

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Reform lawmaker Rupert Lowe speaks to the media, in London, Britain July 5, 2024. REUTERS/Belinda Jiao/File Photo
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Overview

  • Reform UK has referred MP Rupert Lowe to the police over allegations of physical threats against party chairman Zia Yusuf.
  • The party also accuses Lowe of workplace bullying, discriminatory remarks, and targeting female staff, with complaints submitted to parliamentary authorities.
  • An independent investigation led by a King's Counsel was launched, but the party claims Lowe has not cooperated with the inquiry.
  • Lowe denies all allegations, calling them untrue and describing the accusations as a 'vexatious complaint.'
  • The allegations come amid internal tensions, with Lowe recently criticizing Nigel Farage's leadership and suggesting the party lacks proper structure.