- Reform UK's housing spokesman, Simon Dudley, has faced widespread criticism for "shameful" comments regarding the Grenfell Tower fire, stating that "everyone dies in the end" and regulation had "swung too far the wrong way".
- Sir Keir Starmer has urged Nigel Farage to sack Mr Dudley, while Grenfell United, representing bereaved families and survivors, condemned the remarks as "deeply dehumanising" and offensive.
- Mr Dudley apologised for any lack of clarity but reiterated his concern that post-Grenfell regulations are hindering housebuilding, arguing for a balance between safety and proportionate rules.
- Other political figures, including Housing Secretary Steve Reed and Green Party MP Sian Berry, have also called for Mr Dudley's immediate dismissal due to his "disgraceful" comments.
- Reform UK defended Mr Dudley, stating his comments reflected a broader point about balancing necessary safety measures with avoiding over-regulation that could impede the delivery of new homes.
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Starmer calls for Reform to sack housing spokesman after ‘sickeningly insensitive’ Grenfell comments
