Reform UK is experiencing a split over its stance on Tommy Robinson's supporters following his recent imprisonment. Deputy leader Richard Tice distanced the party from Robinson, while other party figures, including Howard Cox and Ben Habib, defended the supporters, highlighting tensions within the party as it prepares for upcoming elections.
The tensions within Reform UK have escalated after Tommy Robinson, a controversial figure, was jailed for contempt of court. His supporters rallied in London, prompting mixed reactions from party leadership, particularly between Tice and other prominent members who wish to align with these supporters.
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