MP calls social media ban 'half-baked' after Sir Keir announces restrictions
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MP calls social media ban 'half-baked' after Sir Keir announces restrictions
• The Prime Minister's social media ban has been called "half-baked" by the MP for Harpenden and Berkhamsted.
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