Ian Gribbin

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Reform UK Candidate Sparks Controversy with Hitler Neutrality Comments

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Ian Gribbin, the Reform candidate for the Bexhill and Battle constituency, has issued a public apology for his comments suggesting that the UK should have stayed neutral in World War II. Gribbin expressed regret and clarified that his grandparents were Russian Jews fleeing persecution, emphasizing that his remarks were taken out of context. The candidate's views on Hitler's offer of neutrality have stirred debate among voters and politicians alike.

During a televised interview with Sky News, Gribbin reiterated his stance that Britain would be 'far better' today if it had accepted Hitler's proposal of neutrality. This controversial statement has sparked widespread criticism and led to questions about Gribbin's historical perspective and political ideologies. As the election campaign heats up, Gribbin's comments have become a focal point in the Bexhill and Battle constituency.

Nigel Farage, the party leader, faced scrutiny over Gribbin's remarks during a press conference. Farage was questioned about the candidate's views on Hitler and neutrality, highlighting the challenges Reform UK is facing in the run-up to the election. The ongoing controversy surrounding Gribbin's comments has overshadowed other campaign issues and raised concerns about the party's stance on critical historical events.

In a surprising turn of events, Gribbin also praised the 'maturity' of Russian President Vladimir Putin, adding an unexpected twist to the candidate's controversial statements. As the election day approaches, Gribbin's position on neutrality in WW2 continues to spark debate and division among voters in Bexhill and Battle.

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Reform UK candidate apologises for comments suggesting UK ... (Sky News)

Ian Gribbin, the Reform candidate for the Bexhill and Battle constituency, told Sky News that he apologises and withdraws the comments "unreservedly".

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Reform UK candidate apologises over Hitler neutrality comments (BBC News)

Ian Gribbin says his grandparents were "Russian Jews fleeing persecution" and his comments were taken out of context.

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Reform UK candidate says Britain should have stayed neutral in WW2 (Jewish Chronicle)

Bexhill and Battle candidate Ian Gribbin claimed Britain should have 'looked after its own people' instead of fighting Nazi Germany.

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Watch: Farage questioned on Reform UK candidate's Hitler claim (BBC News)

Ian Gribbin, the party's candidate in Bexhill and Battle, claimed the country would be "far better" if it had "taken Hitler up on his offer of neutrality".

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Reform candidate said UK should have been neutral against Hitler (Telegraph.co.uk)

Ian Gribbin reportedly said the country would be 'far better' off if it had decided against fighting the Nazis in Second World War.

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Reform election candidate said Britain should NOT have fought ... (Daily Mail)

Ian Gribbin, who is standing for Nigel Farage's party in Bexhill and Battle, said that Britain would be better off today if it had taken up the German ...

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Reform candidate said Britain would be 'better' if it had been neutral ... (Jewish News)

Ian Gribbin, candidate in Bexhill and Battle for Nigel Farage's party, also praised the 'maturity' of Russian president Vladimir Putin.

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Reform UK defends candidate over Hitler neutrality comments (The Guardian)

Party's spokesperson says Ian Gribbin's comments that Britain should have accepted Nazi offer 'probably true'

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Reform candidate says UK should have 'taken Hitler up on his offer ... (The Independent)

Mr Farage said that โ€œevery party will sufferโ€ controversy triggered by its candidates, suggesting that was the nature of a snap election. Mr Gribbin is reported ...

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