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Labour MP Accuses Tories of Weaponising Violence Against Women
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Core Event
Her remarks came as she prepared to open Labour’s women’s conference in Liverpool, shortly after launching a new task-force aimed at tackling misogyny.
Official Statements & Responses
Shadow Women and Equalities Secretary Joy Morrissey responded on GB News, arguing that Phillipson’s accusation is “a bit rich” because she has not met the women of Piddington who have raised concerns. She also called for party differences to be set aside to address what she described as a “real problem” affecting women and girls across the UK.
Data on Sexual Violence
Morrissey cited an increase in recorded rapes in England and Wales over the past decade, stating that figures rose from 35,000 in 2016 to 75,000 at present. She noted that one-third of those rapes involved victims aged 18 or under, with the highest numbers recorded for 14-year-old girls. These statistics were presented as part of her argument for urgent action.
Verbatim Quotes
- “It's a bit rich, given the fact that she hasn't come and met the Piddington women who have voiced their concerns, who legitimately want to meet her.” — Piddington. She