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Reform Makerfield candidate admits making 'crass' comments in past
Key takeaways
- Kenyon is one of fourteen candidates contesting the by-election in the Greater Manchester constituency on Thursday 18 June.
- The by-election was triggered by the resignation of former Makerfield MP Josh Simons, who stood down to pave the way for Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to attempt to win the seat and return to Westminster.
- The vote is expected to be a race between Burnham and Kenyon, a plumber and local councillor.
Why this matters: political developments that affect policy direction and public trust.
Chris Mason,Political editorand Joshua Nevett,Political reporter BBCReform UK's candidate in the Makerfield by-election has admitted making "crass" comments online, after scrutiny of his past posts during the campaign.
Robert Kenyon has faced criticism over previous online comments about various issues, including his position on Brexit, abortion and Ukraine.
In an interview with the BBC, Robert Kenyon said the comments, which have been unearthed by newspapers and campaign groups, were made before he entered politics.
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