Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 2, 2026
We are deeply and profoundly sorry to the mothers who were told they were unfit, who were prevented from caring for the children they desperately wanted to help and to keep.
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Keir Starmer
Labour Party

Editor's note · Context

Delivering an apology in Parliament regarding forced adoptions.

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