UKIP leader Henry Bolton denounces ‘coup’ over racism claim

He could face a vote of no confidence this weekend over continued relationship with ‘ex-girlfriend’

Henry Bolton ejected in Ukip no-confidence vote
Henry Bolton was ejected following no-confidence vote
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UKIP leader Henry Bolton has accused senior members of his party of orchestrating a coup against him after he ended his relationship with a 25-year-old activist who was suspended for racism.

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