Nigel Farage is under pressure to address his lack of response following a statement by Reform MP Sarah Pochin criticizing advertisements featuring Black and Asian individuals. Anna Turley, who leads the Labour Party, has written to Farage urging him to address Pochin’s remarks. Pochin had expressed frustration over non-white individuals appearing in TV ads during a Talk TV segment, sparking backlash for her comments.
Turley called Pochin’s statements racist and demanded action from Farage, emphasizing the need to take a stand against such views. Health Secretary Wes Streeting and Deputy PM David Lammy also condemned Pochin’s remarks, labeling them as disgraceful and racist.
Pochin later apologized for any offense caused by her comments but maintained her belief that many adverts do not accurately represent British society. Streeting criticized Pochin for her insincere apology, stating that she was only remorseful for being called out.
Lammy echoed the sentiment, denouncing Pochin’s comments as mean and racist, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the contributions of diverse communities in the UK. He urged Farage to take decisive action and issue an apology for Pochin’s statements.
Reform UK has been contacted for a response on the matter. Turley also directly addressed Farage, urging him to clarify the party’s stance on Pochin’s remarks and take appropriate action. She emphasized the need for accountability and swift resolution in light of the controversy surrounding Pochin’s comments.
