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Reform UK Expels David Prior Over BNP Past, Ballot Unchanged

4/23/2026

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Reform UK expelled David Prior after learning he previously belonged to the British National Party.
Prior will still appear on the 7 May Saltwell ballot despite his expulsion.
Reform UK said its rules bar anyone who has been in the BNP from standing for the party.
Gateshead Labour MP Mark Ferguson said he was shocked and disgusted, urging Reform UK to confirm whether any other Gateshead candidates have extremist links.

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Reform UK expelled David Prior after learning he previously belonged to the British National Party.
Prior will still appear on the 7 May Saltwell ballot despite his expulsion.
Reform UK said its rules bar anyone who has been in the BNP from standing for the party.
Gateshead Labour MP Mark Ferguson said he was shocked and disgusted, urging Reform UK to confirm whether any other Gateshead candidates have extremist links.