Reform UK Divided: Tice Hesitates on Burka Ban Despite Colleague's Call

The ongoing debate surrounding the burka in the UK intensified recently after Sarah Pochin, a member of the Reform UK party, called for a ban during Prime Minister's Questions. This prompted an interview on GB News, where Camilla Tominey questioned Reform UK's Deputy Leader, Richard Tice, about his position. Tice, while expressing concern that the burka makes women second-class citizens in a Christian nation, stopped short of explicitly endorsing a ban. He stressed the importance of a national discussion and learning from other European nations that have already implemented bans. "I'm very concerned about them frankly," Tice stated, highlighting his reservations. However, he also emphasized that a party shouldn't have a policy on everything and that it's important to have a debate before making a decision. Tominey pressed Tice for a yes or no answer, but he remained non-committal, reiterating his call for a national debate. The exchange highlights the complexities of the burka debate in Britain and the internal divisions within Reform UK itself.