Police is interrogating the Labor Council leader
getty imagesThe leader of Edinburgh City Council, Labour’s Cammy Day, is being investigated by police over allegations of inappropriate behaviour.
Scottish Labor confirmed he has been suspended pending the outcome of the investigation.
According to Sunday MailCLR Day “bombards Ukrainian refugees” with messages.
The newspaper alleges he asked her sexually explicit questions, tried to meet her for a wine date and complimented her looks.
The newspaper spoke to two refugees – who came to Scotland following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022 – who say Cllr Day had been sending them messages.
He said that because of his position within the council he felt unable to ignore their unsolicited views.
An Edinburgh City Council spokesperson said: “All matters raised with the chief executive and monitoring officer are taken forward through our established processes in consultation with our independent whistleblowing service, SafeCall, and, where appropriate, Police Scotland. “
A Scottish Labor spokesperson said: “The Labor Party takes all complaints seriously.
“They are thoroughly investigated in line with our rules and procedures, and appropriate action is taken.”
Speaking on BBC Scotland sunday showScottish Labor leader Anas Sarwar described the allegations as “deeply disturbing”.
He said the party became aware of the claims on Saturday and CLR Day was immediately suspended.
Sarwar said it was for the police and the council to decide whether further investigation was needed, and it would be best to let these processes take their course.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “On Tuesday October 22, we received a report of inappropriate behaviour.
“Inquiries are continuing to establish the full circumstances.”
Cllr Day has led the local authority from May 2022, but opposition politicians on the council are now calling for his resignation.
Cllr Simita Kumar, who leads the SNP group in Edinburgh, said in a social media post that Mr Day should “resign immediately”.
Leaders of the Liberal Democrat and Conservative groups have also made similar calls.
