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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Kate Devlin

Smacking ban being considered by UK government, education secretary says

A young child holds an anti-smacking placard at a protest over the controversial issue - (Rebecca Naden/PA)

The new Labour government is considering a ban on smacking, a cabinet minister has said.

Bridget Phillipson said she was “open-minded” about the move and wanted to hear from experts.

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