'Working class foster kid' MP uses maiden speech to back children in care
Southampton Itchen MP, Darren Paffey has made his maiden speech in the House of Commons
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Matt is a reporter based in Southampton, covering a wide-range of news, including breaking news and human interest stories.
Southampton Itchen MP, Darren Paffey has made his maiden speech in the House of Commons
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