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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Abbie Llewelyn

Shabana Mahmood criticises author Sally Rooney over Palestine Action comments

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood - (PA Wire)

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has criticised Sally Rooney after the author announced plans to donate earnings from her books to banned protest group Palestine Action.

Ms Rooney, who wrote Normal People, stated she would no longer be able to sell her books in the UK due to her backing of the group.

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