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Labour MP Oliver Ryan Faces Investigation Over Offensive WhatsApp Group Messages

Burnley MP Oliver Ryan is under investigation by the Labour Party for comments in a WhatsApp group that were described as 'unacceptable and deeply disappointing.'
Ryan confirmed his membership in the WhatsApp group linked to the dismissal of Mr. Gwynne and expressed regret for his comments.
A government source stated, 'Oliver Ryan's remarks were unacceptable and deeply disappointing.'
The WhatsApp group, named Trigger Me Timbers, includes over a dozen Labour councillors and party officials, and an investigation is currently ongoing.

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