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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Holly Bishop

DARK SECRETS: Labour mps turn on each other in debate ahead of makerfield by election | Rare Historical Photos

  • Lisa Nandy criticised fellow Labour MP Clive Lewis for displaying "breathtaking arrogance" during a debate on Peston.
  • The disagreement arose after Lewis stated that the Labour party in Makerfield was "toxic".
  • Nandy, who resides in Wigan, challenged Lewis, pointing out that he had never visited the Makerfield constituency.
  • She accused him of arrogance for commenting on a community he had no direct experience with.
  • The exchange took place ahead of the upcoming Makerfield by-election , scheduled for 18 June.

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