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Rishi Sunak has slammed Conservative donor Frank Hester’s alleged remarks about Diane Abbott as “racist and wrong” in what marks the latest flashpoint in an ongoing row.
Downing Street had previously steered clear of calling the reported comments racist, but had said they were “unacceptable”.
A spokesperson for the Prime Minister called what Hester said “racist and wrong”, but noted that he had “rightly apologised for the offence caused”.
Hester is alleged to have said Abbott made him “want to hate all black women”, and that she “should be shot”.
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch had taken to social media earlier this afternoon to address Hester’s alleged words.
She said: “Hester’s 2019 comments, as reported, were racist. I welcome his apology.
“Abbott and I disagree on a lot. But the idea of linking criticism of her, to being a black woman is appalling.
“It’s never acceptable to conflate someone’s views with the colour of their skin.”
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