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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Craig Meighan

Tory MP panned for 'misogynistic' tweet aimed at young Labour activist

A CONSERVATIVE MP been accused of "misogyny" after apparently mocking the appearance of a young Labour activist.

Lauren Howells, a 23-year-old campaigner for the Labour Party, joked on her account that Christmas was “ruined” after her boyfriend received a “Merry Christmas” letter from Tory Hartlepool MP Jill Mortimer.

Posting an image holding the card with her thumb pointing down on Sunday, Howells said: “Just found this on the shelf in boyfriend’s family home, Christmas ruined.”

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