MP faces criticism over 'far right' comments about pubs and Labradors

Summarised from 2 outlets · 5 reports · Updated 2 Oct, 12:55 · Archive

Suffolk Coastal MP Jenny Riddell-Carpenter has faced criticism after describing pubs, warm ale and Labradors as 'far right'.

Suffolk Coastal MP Jenny Riddell-Carpenter has come under fire after characterising a traditional image of Britain centred on pubs, warm ale and Labradors as 'far right'. The remarks have prompted a response from pub owners and dog lovers across Suffolk and Norfolk, who have criticised the comments.

A Reform county councillor has also criticised the MP over the remarks. The Labour minister's description of these traditional elements of British life as 'far right' has sparked backlash from those in the hospitality and local communities.

How it is being reported

• Suffolk pub landlords hit back at MP's 'far right' comments about ale and LabradorsEast Anglian Daily Times · 1 Oct, 06:00
• Suffolk pub landlords hit back at MP's 'far right' comments about ale and LabradorsIpswich Star · 1 Oct, 06:00
• Dog owners and landlords hit back at minister who branded pubs and labs 'far right'East Anglian Daily Times · 30 Sept, 12:56
• MP sparks row over black Labradors and pubs 'far right' remarkIpswich Star · 30 Sept, 10:10
• MP sparks row over black Labradors and pubs 'far right' remarkEast Anglian Daily Times · 30 Sept, 10:10

In this story: Jenny Riddell-Carpenter · Suffolk Coastal · Suffolk · Norfolk · Labour · Reform

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