Statement following Reform UK announcement
Posted on Friday 5th December 2025
A spokesperson for Staffordshire County Council said:
“Reform UK has confirmed this evening that they have revoked the party membership of Ian Cooper, the Leader of Staffordshire County Council.
“Reform UK has announced that Martin Murray will be the interim leader of the council’s Reform UK group. Any proposals to nominate a new Leader of the Council will need to be agreed at a meeting of Full Council. We will work with the administration on the next steps.
“Our job will be to continue serving the residents of Staffordshire and delivering services without disruption.”