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Reform UK Resignation Sparks Leadership Shakeup in Doncaster

11/29/2025

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Guy Aston, leader of Reform UK on Doncaster Council, resigned after vitriolic texts from party members.
The resignation followed internal disagreements within Reform UK over reopening Doncaster Sheffield Airport.
Irwen Martin also stepped down as local branch chairman, and Nicola Brown left the party to become an Independent.
Reform UK thanked Aston for his contributions and announced Karl Hughes would lead temporarily until a new group leader is appointed.

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Guy Aston, leader of Reform UK on Doncaster Council, resigned after vitriolic texts from party members.
The resignation followed internal disagreements within Reform UK over reopening Doncaster Sheffield Airport.
Irwen Martin also stepped down as local branch chairman, and Nicola Brown left the party to become an Independent.
Reform UK thanked Aston for his contributions and announced Karl Hughes would lead temporarily until a new group leader is appointed.