Glenn Gibbins, elected from the Hilton Castle ward, is facing heavy criticism after a series of posts he had deleted following the local election results resurfaced online.In a March 2024 post, Gibbins reportedly wrote: “Can’t believe the number of Nigerians in town…they should all be melted down and filled with potholes!!”The comment sparked widespread anger online, with critics labeling it racist and demanding accountability from Reform UK over the choice of candidates.
Posts targeting Muslims and immigrants resurfaced
Gibbins also reportedly made inflammatory comments about immigrants and Muslims in several other posts.In one post, he referred to the boat migrants as “an army of Muslims who will attack us when the time comes”, while in another he wrote: “Our tolerance is the Muslims’ greatest weapon”.The comments have intensified criticism of Reform UK as the party expands its presence in local councils across England.In addition to his comments on race and immigration, Gibbins also received attention for comments targeting women in television and sports broadcasting.He reportedly described TV presenters Mel and Sue as “the weirdest fat disgusting gay hosts ever”.During the 2021 Ireland vs. Japan rugby match, she reportedly complained about a female commentator, writing: “I wish they could keep cooking, sewing and doing housework.”
Outrage on social media after election results
The resurfaced post prompted strong reactions to Ax, with users condemning the councilor’s comments and questioning how he was elected despite the controversy.“A disgusting racist… has won a seat,” one user wrote, while others accused Reform UK of failing to properly vet candidates.The controversy comes as Reform UK made sweeping gains in England’s local council elections, with voters dealing a major blow to Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Labor Party.The right-wing Populist Party expanded its presence in many councils at Labour’s expense.