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Former Tory Sues Party for £30K Over Suspension

11/2/2025

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Bruce MacInnes, a former Conservative member, sues the Conservative Party for £30,000 after suspension over alleged antisemitic remarks about Israel.
He says he was unaware of disciplinary proceedings and that his comments were historically accurate.
Sir Alan Duncan, a former foreign minister, supports MacInnes, saying the party's actions resemble "McCarthyism."
MacInnes has incurred nearly £30,000 in legal fees and awaits a court date, while Conservative Party has not commented.

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Bruce MacInnes, a former Conservative member, sues the Conservative Party for £30,000 after suspension over alleged antisemitic remarks about Israel.
He says he was unaware of disciplinary proceedings and that his comments were historically accurate.
Sir Alan Duncan, a former foreign minister, supports MacInnes, saying the party's actions resemble "McCarthyism."
MacInnes has incurred nearly £30,000 in legal fees and awaits a court date, while Conservative Party has not commented.