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Colin Sutton considers canceling theatre tour amid public backlash
Colin Sutton, the Norfolk Police and Crime Commissioner, is considering canceling or significantly scaling back a 127-date UK-wide theatre tour following public backlash. The tour, titled ‘Makings of a Murderer’, was intended to feature the former detective performing his true crime stories.
Constituents raised concerns via email and social media regarding Sutton’s ability to fulfill his official duties while maintaining such an intensive schedule. The tour included many weekday evening performances and required significant travel across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Sutton, who was elected on a Reform UK ticket and earns a £79,000 annual salary, stated he is in discussions with promoters to potentially curtail the tour or limit it to local Norfolk venues.
Sutton has defended his actions, claiming he is a victim of a ‘pile-on’ and suggesting that certain media outlets have a history of antagonism toward both the police and Reform UK. Political opponents, including Liberal Democrat MP Steffan Aquarone, have criticized his response to the controversy.
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Colin Sutton · Norfolk Constabulary · Reform UK · Steffan Aquarone
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Liberal Democrat MP Steffan Aquarone accused Sutton of acting more like a pop star than a politician.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Sutton claimed a newspaper has a history of antagonism toward the Norfolk Constabulary and Reform UK. www.becclesandbungayjournal.co.uk · www.derehamtimes.co.uk
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Colin Sutton is considering scaling back or canceling his 127-date theatre tour.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The planned tour consisted of 127 dates, with 72 percent scheduled on weekday evenings. www.becclesandbungayjournal.co.uk · www.derehamtimes.co.uk
- [● 2 SOURCES] Sutton holds a taxpayer-funded position as Norfolk's police and crime commissioner with a salary of £79,000 per year. www.becclesandbungayjournal.co.uk