Rupert Lowe seeks legal action against Reform UK amid bullying allegations

Rupert Lowe, a suspended MP from Reform UK, is considering legal action against the party, claiming they are spreading false allegations against him. He has faced accusations of bullying two female staff members and making violent threats against party chairman Nigel Farage, both of which he vehemently denies, labeling the situation a 'vindictive witch hunt' stemming from his criticism of Farage's leadership. An independent King's Counsel appointed to investigate these claims denied statements attributed to them by Lowe, stating they never expressed shock or indicated a lack of evidence against him. This conflict escalated following Lowe's public criticism of Farage, leading to intense divisions within Reform UK. The party maintains that an independent investigation is necessary to address the allegations and ensure transparency. The Metropolitan Police are also assessing a report of verbal threats made by Lowe in December.