A council candidate has spoken out after fake graphics were shared which claimed she had ‘fallen out with her husband’.
Fajjla Patel is standing as an Independent in the forthcoming council elections in the Daisyfield and Bastwell ward. She is the wife of Little Harwood councillor Tiger Patel.
It is not the first time she has stood as a candidate.
A graphic being shared on WhatsApp includes a picture of Mrs Patel and claims her husband was ‘splitting votes’ and 'sold her to the Labour party', tells people ‘not to trust him nor Labour’, and alleges that Reform was being used as an excuse.
There have been no accusations as to who may have produced or shared the content.
Mrs Patel said this type of content would not distract her.
She said: “I am aware of the recent media coverage. I want to be clear. I stand for honesty, service, and our community. I will not be distracted by noise or negativity.
“I stand up for women’s rights. I will not be bullied or pushed aside. Women are equal. Our voices matter and will be heard.
“My focus remains on the real issues affecting people in Bastwell and Daisyfield.”
She added: “I remain committed to listening, acting, and delivering for our community.”
Cllr Tiger Patel spoke out at what he said was 'filfth'.
He said: “This is a new low for whoever is doing this.
“I think some people may not like that a woman, nor one wearing a niqab, is competing in the local elections."
He later added: "This is a personal attack on a woman and on a family....
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