Houghton
Americannoun
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“Applying terrorism charges even where you believe individuals have burned down buildings or committed robbery is excessive,” said Irungu Houghton, head of Amnesty International’s Kenya office.
"Communities are very good at supporting themselves, but people really shouldn't be afraid to ask for help," said councillor Ruth Houghton, portfolio holder for social care, at Shropshire Council.
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Steph Houghton: I see Liverpool as having the squad depth to be able to compete in all competitions.
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The Houghton and Sunderland South MP also paid tribute to Angela Rayner, who vacated the deputy leadership when she resigned over her tax affairs, and pledged to continue her campaigning role.
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The Labour MP for Houghton and Sunderland South since 2010, Phillipson has highlighted her background and her journey from growing up in a council house, to taking on the highest ministerial ranks of government.
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