Tory Party Faces Backlash Over £5m Donation from Disgraced Donor Frank Hester
Hester's controversial remarks about Diane Abbott and subsequent donation days before election spark widespread condemnation.
- Frank Hester, CEO of The Phoenix Partnership, donated £5m to the Conservative Party just days before the general election.
- Hester's remarks about Labour MP Diane Abbott, which were widely condemned as racist, have led to calls for the Tories to return his donations.
- Despite apologizing, Hester's comments have sparked an ongoing police investigation and political outrage.
- The Conservative Party has received over £20m from Hester since 2023, making him their largest donor.
- Labour and other parties have criticized the Conservatives for accepting the donation, highlighting the party's inconsistent stance on racism.