Edinburgh City Council chief resigns over allegations of harassment of Ukrainian refugees
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Cammy Day, head of Edinburgh City Council, has resigned over allegations of harassment of Ukrainian women. Police launched an investigation after complaints of inappropriate behavior and explicit reports.
The head of the Edinburgh City Council has resigned after police launched an investigation into allegations of inappropriate behavior against refugees from Ukraine. This is reported by the BBC, reports UNN.
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It is noted that Cam Day, who is a member of the Labour Party, in his own statement confirmed his decision to resign from the post of chairman of the council.
Recent comments about my personal life distract from the important work the council is doing for Edinburgh residents. That's why it's time for me to step down as a leader,
Day said he had not yet been contacted by the police, but assured that he would fully cooperate with them in the investigation.
It is also reported that the Labour Party suspended Day from his duties until the investigation is completed.
Scottish Police said they are considering a complaint of inappropriate behavior filed back on October 22.
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Earlier, The Sunday Mail newspaper reported that day "bombarded" Ukrainian refugees with messages, including asking openly sexual questions. One of the Women Day contacted told BBC Scotland News that he sent messages on social media. The Ukrainian woman claimed that day asked her openly sexual questions and offered to meet for a glass of wine.
