Cammy Day Resigns as Edinburgh City Council Leader
Edinburgh City Council leader, Cammy Day, has stepped down from his position amidst allegations of sending inappropriate messages to Ukrainian refugees. The Labour politician was suspended by his party as police launched an investigation into the claims of “inappropriate behavior.” The Sunday Mail reported that Mr. Day sent unsolicited messages to Ukrainian refugees, who felt uncomfortable and unable to rebuff him.
Who is Cammy Day?
Cammy Day has been a prominent figure in local government, serving as the Councillor for Edinburgh’s Forth Ward since 2008. He transitioned into politics from a background in community work while studying community education and social policy at the University of Edinburgh. Day held the role of Deputy leader of the council from 2017 to 2022 and assumed the position of council leader after the 2022 local elections.
Reasons for Resignation
Following the emergence of the allegations, pressure mounted on Cammy Day to resign from his leadership role. Two Ukrainian individuals interviewed by the Sunday Mail expressed discomfort with the messages they received from Mr. Day, indicating they felt pressured and uneasy about his advances. Some of these messages were exchanged through a dating app, creating further scrutiny on his conduct.
Statements from Cammy Day
In a statement announcing his resignation, Cammy Day emphasized the distraction caused by the recent commentary on his personal life, detracting from the important work of the Labour-led council. He expressed his commitment to cooperating fully with the ongoing police inquiries and highlighted his pride in the achievements made for Edinburgh during his leadership tenure. Despite stepping down from his position, Mr. Day conveyed his love for the city and gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to its success.
