Angus provost quits over bullying claims after online video backlash
Brian Boyd left independent councillor Lois Speed in tears with meeting outburst
Last updated 9th Jul 2024
The provost of Angus has resigned after a video emerged of him shouting down a councillor during a public meeting.
Brian Boyd left Lois Speed in tears after telling her to sit down
Footage of the shock exchange has been circulating online with the leader accused of bullying
Other councillors demanded he stepped down - and Boyd has now gone but will remain as councillor for Carnoustie
The council announced: “Cllr Brian Boyd has announced that he will be standing aside as Provost of Angus with immediate effect.”
Cllr Boyd said: “While I have thoroughly enjoyed serving the people of Angus as their Provost, I recognise that my behaviour fell below my own personal standards.
"Therefore, I will continue to put Angus first and be standing down with immediate effect. I will continue to act as an independent councillor, representing my constituents in Carnoustie and District ward.”