British councilor who suggested killing disabled quits
(02-28 20:04)
A UK councilor who stirred outrage by saying children with disabilities “should be put down’’to save taxpayers money has resigned, media reports said.
Collin Brewer, an independent Cornwall councilor, said his remarks at an equalities event at County Hall in Truro 18 months ago were designed to “provoke a debate,’’ the Guardian reported.
Earlier, Brewer refused to resign, saying his comments were “a flippant remark.’’ But he has since reconsidered his position. Asked in an interview with BBC Radio Cornwall whether those offended by his comments would be pleased with his decision, Brewer said: “I know they will be. This is my first indiscretion – not that there's any excuse for that."
He said he had received messages of support from at least half a dozen councillors who contacted him over his remarks.
"They know this is against my character," he said. “I was wrong – I admit it. I will continue to apologize.’’
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