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Leicestershire Council Sees Surge in Complaints Post-Reform

12/28/2025

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Leicestershire County Council saw 38 complaints about councillors in six months after Reform UK's takeover, up from seven the prior year.
Council leader Dan Harrison said many complaints stem from political motivations by opposition members, particularly Conservatives.
He said his team is still adjusting to the rules of office.
Of the 38 complaints, 26 involved social media use, with 18 from the public, 10 from staff, and seven from other councillors.

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Leicestershire County Council saw 38 complaints about councillors in six months after Reform UK's takeover, up from seven the prior year.
Council leader Dan Harrison said many complaints stem from political motivations by opposition members, particularly Conservatives.
He said his team is still adjusting to the rules of office.
Of the 38 complaints, 26 involved social media use, with 18 from the public, 10 from staff, and seven from other councillors.