The Independent is actively engaged in reporting on pressing societal issues while advocating for accessible journalism free from paywalls. In a recent event, Sarah Pochin, a new MP, sparked controversy by questioning Prime Minister Starmer about implementing a burqa ban for safety, which highlighted internal strife within the Reform UK party as their chairman called her question 'dumb.' This incident illustrates the complexities of political messaging and the challenges of aligning party policy with member inquiries at a pivotal moment in US politics.
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During PMQs, Sarah Pochin's call for a burqa ban received immediate scrutiny, as Reform UK's chairman described her inquiry about the measure as 'dumb,' highlighting internal party discord.
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