In an impassioned speech in the House of Commons, a tearful Labour MP slammed the prime minister for lacking the courage to put the interests of poor people first, citing the perils her constituency faces as an example.
Jess Phillips, who represents Birmingham Yardley, called on PM Theresa May to clearly pledge that she would not vote for a no-deal Brexit on March 13. During a debate on Tuesday, Phillips expressed outrage over what she called the PM’s “complete lack of bravery to do the right thing” for Britain.
Contrary to May’s argument, she said employment is falling and hunger is rising in Birmingham Yardley, and there is a single midwife to care for the entire constituency. She added that homeless people, who were provided temporary housing at hotels by the city council, were told they may have to vacate their rooms for guests attending an annual dog show.
Will the prime minister do the brave thing and do once what is best for the country, not what is best for any of us?
The prime minister added: “time and time again I am asked questions in this chamber, the implication of which is try to deny the facts of the situation that are before us.”