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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Matt Mathers

MP Margaret Ferrier sentenced to 270-hour community order for breaking Covid rules

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An MP who took a train from London to Scotland after learning she had tested positive for Covid has been sentenced to a 270-hour community order for breaking virus rules.

Margaret Ferrier MP admitted putting people at risk by visiting a number of locations in Glasgow after taking a Covid test.

She must complete the 270-hour community “payback” order within nine months.

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