[You must be registered and logged in to see this image.]Conwy councillor apologises after using picture of far-right mass murderer to promote Asda meal dealTom Maclean, who is a town councillor in Colwyn Bay, faced criticism after posting a picture of Anders Breivik
A Conwy councillor has apologised for posting an image of a far-right terrorist to promote a supermarket meal deal. Tom Maclean, who stands as an independent town councillor in Colwyn Bay, posted the doctored picture of Norwegian mass murderer Anders Breivik appearing to hold an advert for the Asda offer.
The original photo was taken when Breivik was on trial over the attacks he carried out in Norway in 2011, which killed 77 people. He was found guilty of mass murder, causing a fatal explosion, and terrorism.
Cllr Maclean's post sparked an immediate backlash, and he even faced calls to be relieved of his duties. @MrsColwynBay on Twitter said: "There are no words, this man needs to be sacked."
Cllr Maclean later posted to say he hadn't realised that the image featured a "pretty ghastly figure" and apologised for any offence caused. He wrote on Facebook: "I was highlighting the £1 meal deal for the over 60's which Asda are rolling out which I think is a good idea in these difficult times. I believe some other supermarkets may be offering something similar.
"My post included a clip art frame which it was subsequently brought to my attention featured a person I have since been told is a pretty ghastly figure. Naturally, once I was made aware of this, I removed the post at once and I apologise for my mistake and any offence caused.
"In life, we live and we learn anew each day. I am very grateful indeed to those who let me know about the clip art.
"Once again I apologise for my error. Have a joyous day one and all."
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Subject: Conwy councillor apologises after posting picture of Breivik 
Wed Nov 09, 2022 6:13 am
