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Ex-Labour Councillor Pleads Guilty to Sexual Offences

1/4/2026

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Liron Woodcock-Velleman, a former Labour councillor, pleaded guilty to multiple sexual offences against a 13-year-old girl, including sending naked photos, in a Metropolitan Police sting operation.
He resigned as a Labour councillor in April 2025 and is on conditional bail, barred from contacting minors.
Sentencing is scheduled for February 10, 2026.
The case recalls his prior role in the Jewish Labour Movement and ties to Sir Keir Starmer.

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Story summary

Liron Woodcock-Velleman, a former Labour councillor, pleaded guilty to multiple sexual offences against a 13-year-old girl, including sending naked photos, in a Metropolitan Police sting operation.
He resigned as a Labour councillor in April 2025 and is on conditional bail, barred from contacting minors.
Sentencing is scheduled for February 10, 2026.
The case recalls his prior role in the Jewish Labour Movement and ties to Sir Keir Starmer.