A Welsh councillor is resigning after he was accused of being Banksy.

Banksy's identity remains unknown

Banksy's identity remains unknown

William Gannon has repeatedly denied suggestions that he's the famed street artist - and he's now decided to resign from his position because he thinks it's "undermining [his] ability to do the work of councillor".

The Pembroke Dock Town Council member - who announced his decision via Facebook - said: "As you may be aware an allegation has been repeatedly made that I am not who I say I am but that I am the Artist Banksy.

"A number of people believe that this allegation is true.

"This allegation is undermining my ability to do the work of Councillor and Council Rep properly.

"I do not want this allegation to undermine the reputation of Pembroke Dock Town Council. Therefore, I have decided to step down as both Town Councillor and Council Rep to The Port with immediate effect."


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