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Reform UK Chairman Faces Backlash Over Struck-off Companies

1/6/2026

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Byline Times reports Paul Donaghy has had ten companies struck off for failing to comply with company law.
Donaghy, a former Conservative councillor, is now chairman of Reform UK in Washington & Gateshead South and is seeking Sunderland City Council in May 2026.
The publication highlights related Reform UK controversies as it aims to hold the party accountable amid racism claims linked to its candidates.

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Byline Times reports Paul Donaghy has had ten companies struck off for failing to comply with company law.
Donaghy, a former Conservative councillor, is now chairman of Reform UK in Washington & Gateshead South and is seeking Sunderland City Council in May 2026.
The publication highlights related Reform UK controversies as it aims to hold the party accountable amid racism claims linked to its candidates.