A Tameside Councillor who was suspended from the Labour Party over the Trigger me timbers WhatsApp scandal has announced that she is quitting the party
Charlotte Martin, who represents Audenshaw on the council announced her resignation ahead of the findings of the inquiry launched by the party
She also says that she intends to stand down as a councillor when her term comes to an end in the spring of 2027
Cllr Martin said in a statement to her constituents that past few months have been incredibly difficult.
However, I am a private person, and the personal reasons behind this decision will remain private.
“I apologise to anyone who has been offended or upset by my membership in the WhatsApp group Trigger Me Timbers.
“I wish Councillor Teresa Smith and Councillor Nick Axford well. It is our intention to continue working closely together on the issues that matter to you.
“Not only are we still good friends, but we also know that getting things done in Audenshaw is more important than party politics.
“To give you a full picture, I do not intend to stand again in May 2027, when my current term ends.”
