Phillipson and Tories clash over violence against women focus

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 26 Sept, 14:42 · Archive

Women and Equalities Secretary Bridget Phillipson has accused the Tories and Reform of weaponising violence against women for political purposes.

Women and Equalities Secretary Bridget Phillipson has accused the Tories and Reform of 'weaponising' violence against women for political point scoring. Shadow Women and Equalities Secretary Joy Morrissey rejected the criticism, declaring that women have been 'silenced for too long' and must be prioritised. Phillipson claims the opposition only discusses women's safety in connection with immigration rather than addressing the issue comprehensively.

How it is being reported

• Bridget Phillipson lambasted after accusing Tories of 'weaponising' violence against women: 'Petty!'GB News · 26 Sept, 14:24
• Tories invite Phillipson to Piddington in violence against women ‘weaponisation’ rowThe Independent · 26 Sept, 12:06

In this story: Bridget Phillipson · Joy Morrissey · Nigel Farage · Kemi Badenoch · Reform · Conservative Party

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