Select committee debate descends into name calling amongst MPs

Update: 2025-12-03

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An MP was accused of being a bully and a jerk - and another an actor - during a select committee debate over school lunches. Education correspondent John Gerritsen reports.

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Select committee debate descends into name calling amongst MPs

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Select committee debate descends into name calling amongst MPs

Select committee debate descends into name calling amongst MPs