Tory councillor sacked as magistrate after accusing judge of ‘two-tier justice system’ in ULEZ case – The Independent

Posted April 27th, 2026 in news by michael

‘A Conservative councillor has been dismissed from his role as a magistrate after publicly criticising a judge and alleging a “two-tier justice system”. Simon Fawthrop, who represents Orpington ward on Bromley Council, made the controversial remarks following the conviction of four anti-ULEZ activists for harassing Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan.’

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The Independent, 23rd April 2026

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