View 3 Images

A Staffordshire County Council assembly was thrown into disarray when anti-racism campaigners launched a protest against the ruling Reform UK group.

The full council gathering was abruptly halted when members of the Stafford Campaign Against Racism and Fascism began to chant from the public gallery.

The protestors insisted they wouldn't depart until Reform councillors, accused of posting racist remarks on social media, stepped down.

Read More: Birmingham drivers 'face fines for doing 31mph'

Consequently, Thursday morning's meeting was adjourned and the police were called to escort the demonstrators out.

After a 40-minute wait, the police arrived and following a brief discussion, the protestors agreed to leave the chamber, allowing the meeting to continue.

The disr

See Full Page