Tory MPs defend opposition to Rashford's free school meals campaign

Tory MPs in the Midlands have defended their decision to reject Marcus Rashford's call to provide free meals for vulnerable children during school holidays.

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Tory MPs defend opposition to Rashford's free school meals campaign

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