During Prime Minister's Questions, Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin called on the Prime Minister to implement a ban on the burqa, citing alignment with European nations such as France and Denmark for public safety reasons. This sparked a rebuttal from Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, who dismissed her suggestion while also criticizing her party. Former Home Secretary Sir James Cleverly supported Pochin's call while condemning Starmer's handling of the PMQs situation. Labour MP Dan Tomlinson expressed surprise at the issue's prominence, claiming it had not been raised in his recent campaigning efforts.
Sir James Cleverly accused Keir Starmer of unacceptable behavior at PMQs for dismissing Pochin's question about banning the burqa without engagement.
Sarah Pochin encouraged the Prime Minister to impose a burqa ban to align with European nations, highlighting public safety concerns.
Labour's Dan Tomlinson expressed surprise over the burqa issue being raised, noting it had not been a topic of discussion during his campaigning efforts.
Starmer's rebuttal of Pochin's call to ban the burqa was met with laughter from Labour members, reflecting internal party dynamics.
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