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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Taylor

Labour MP claims devolution bill is ‘blatant discrimination’ against Cornwall

Labour MP Perran Moon said such a move would severely damage trust between Cornwall and Westminster for generations - (House of Commons/UK Parliament)

A Labour MP has voiced strong opposition to his party’s proposed devolution bill, warning that its provisions could forge an "unholy alliance" between Cornwall and Devon.

Perran Moon, who represents Camborne and Redruth, argued that any plan for a mayoral strategic authority spanning both regions constitutes "blatant discrimination" and disregards Cornwall’s national minority status.

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