Reform UK leader Richard Tice claims Rochdale by-election candidate subjected to death threats

Reform UK leader Richard Tice issued a statement on the Rochdale by-election, and said he told his staff to leave the event over safety threats. Further emphasising the gravity of the situation, he underscored the necessity of prioritising security by removing his team from the count. Tice stressed that the Rochdale by-election serves as a poignant reminder of the imperative to safeguard British democracy. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and more: Click here to get the best of The Independent daily: h