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Keir Starmer: “I just feel so profoundly for the family and friends of those who lost their lives. I really feel it’s hard to imagine…”

On the recordJune 19, 2026
I just feel so profoundly for the family and friends of those who lost their lives. I really feel it’s hard to imagine what it must be like to lose a child in that way.
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Keir Starmer
Labour Party

Editor's note · Context

Expressing empathy for families affected by drownings.

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