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Conservative MP Richard Holden Directed to Leave House of Commons

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Incident Details

Conservative MP Richard Holden was asked to leave the House of Commons by Speaker Lindsay Hoyle. The incident occurred during a session while the Prime Minister was responding to a question.

Context of the Exchange

A question concerning special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) was posed to the Prime Minister. During his answer, the Prime Minister made comments regarding Conservative Members of Parliament defecting to Reform UK.

Speaker's Intervention

Holden was reportedly heard urging the Prime Minister to focus on answering the question about SEND. Following these comments, Speaker Hoyle intervened and directed Holden to exit the chamber.