Reform reports ITV to police over documentary revealing members’ racist comments

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21 Oct 2026 • 8:53 PM MYT
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Reform reports ITV to police over documentary revealing members’ racist comments

  • Reform UK has reported ITV, several journalists and its board of directors to the police following an undercover documentary that exposed racist remarks by party members.
  • Home affairs spokesman Zia Yusuf alleged journalists breached fraud and election law, claiming an undercover reporter doctored a passport and reporters illegally paid canvassers.
  • The ITV expose captured Reform councillors and candidates using racist language, including describing black children as animals and an area as infested with Asian families.
  • Mr Yusuf accused ITV of psychological warfare and manipulating party volunteers, confirming Reform UK plans to pursue relentless legal action.
  • Speaking at Prime Minister's Questions, Andy Burnham urged all political parties to root out poison in politics and stated Reform UK has failed to take sufficient action.

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