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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
David Maddox and Rob Freeman

FOUND: Diane abbott facing suspension after doubling down on racism remarks - You Need To See This

  • Labour MP Diane Abbott is facing a potential new suspension from the party following recent comments she made about racism.
  • Ms Abbott stated she has no regrets about remarks made in 2023 that led to her initial suspension, where she differentiated between racism based on colour and other forms of prejudice.
  • In an interview with BBC’s Radio 4, she reiterated her view that racism concerning skin colour is distinct from prejudice against groups like Travellers or Jewish people.
  • The Labour Party has announced it will investigate her latest comments, taking them "incredibly seriously" and assessing them under party rules.
  • This development follows her readmission to the party before the 2024 general election and comes amidst other recent suspensions of left-wing Labour MPs.

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