Jacob Rees-Mogg loses vote on debating Westminster bullying claims

Critics said proposal would undermine new independent panel and ‘re-victimise’ victims

Jacob Rees-Mogg
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MPs last night voted down a proposal introduced by Leader of the Commons Jacob Rees-Mogg to allow the House to debate complaints of bullying and harassment brought against them.

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