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A local councillor in Leicestershire has dramatically quit the Conservative group on the council, sparking political tension ahead of an upcoming by-election. While the Conservatives remain part of a fragile coalition government, Boam’s move — fueled by disputes over candidate selection and leadership — has drawn sharp criticism from his former party. Despite no longer paying membership fees and technically unable to formally resign from the party, Boam insists he’ll still vote with his former colleagues and represent his ward. The Conservative Association counters that they followed all procedures and calls his actions an “absurd stunt,” highlighting the brewing conflict as the council teeters on the brink of instability.

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