Political Quotes

On the recordJune 16, 2026
We don't say: 'Oh, look, a teenager managed to get a drink somehow, so let's not bother banning drinks from children.' That would be utterly ridiculous!
Said by
Keir Starmer
Labour Party

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Discussing the proposed social media ban for children under 16.

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