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12:23Now PlayingThe Prime Minister has announced an inquiry into grooming gangs.
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The Labour government have made the decision under mounting pressure. Controversially, even Elon Musk weighed in on the issue, as part of his onslaught against Starmer on X.
Kemi Badenoch and the Tories have been hugely critical of the government over the issue, however face criticism themselves for not taking action when they were in power.
Anoosh Chakelian is joined by George Eaton and Rachel Cunliffe to discuss.
📚 READ: Why is Kemi Badenoch making the grooming gangs about herself? - Anoosh Chakelian
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