Reform Greater Manchester candidate criticised over ‘migrant rapists’ comments

According to The Guardian, Reform UK candidate Sian Astley has faced criticism from political rivals in the Greater Manchester mayoral race over comments suggesting supporters of other parties should house migrants described as criminals and rapists. The property businesswoman made the remarks in a Facebook post promoting Reform's plan to place migrant detention centers in areas controlled by the Green party. Astley has doubled down on the controversial statement despite the backlash from opponents.

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