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Calls for Lee Anderson to be kicked out of Conservatives over 'divisive and dangerous' comments

Sky News Friday, 23 February 2024
Conservative MP Lee Anderson has been criticised for making "divisive and dangerous" comments about London mayor Sadiq Khan - with calls for him to be kicked out of the party.
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