Sunderland teacher is asked about Farage, Reform UK, Trump and abortion.., then FIRED!

Sunderland teacher is asked about Farage, Reform UK, Trump and abortion.., then FIRED!

12 Oct, 2026 • 3 min read

A Christian teacher has been sacked because she answered questions about Farage, Trump and abortion.

Mike Judge

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