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Daniel Holland

Labour Party's deputy leader condemns 'disgusting' levels of child poverty in Newcastle

Angela Rayner has condemned “pretty disgusting” rates of child poverty in Newcastle.

Labour’s deputy leader spoke out on Friday as she visited the city, where more than 40% of young people are growing up in poverty.

Her comments came as she visited the “tremendous” new home of the Newcastle United Foundation, a multi-million pound sport and education hub near St James’ Park.

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