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Minister says Labour MPs and other members of WhatsApp group could be suspended after Andrew Gwynne scandal

Labour is under pressure to take action against another MP linked to a WhatsApp group sharing sexist and racist messages, as reported by The Sun.
Andrew Gwynne was suspended after making antisemitic comments and joking about a constituent's death, which led to his dismissal as a health minister.
Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook stated that comments made in the group chat are completely unacceptable and emphasized the ongoing investigation.
Oliver Ryan, another MP involved, has apologized for failing to challenge the offensive jokes and described them as completely unacceptable.

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Exclusive: Gwynne’s listing as supporter of Labour Friends of Israel removed

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