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UK MP faces backlash over World Cup, women's safety link

Published Friday, June 19, 2026 · Updated June 20

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Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin is facing criticism for her suggestion that a strong performance by the England football team in the World Cup could lead to a reduction in domestic violence. Anti-abuse charities have accused her of misplacing responsibility.

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  • Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin is being criticised for suggesting a strong World Cup performance by the England football team could reduce domestic violence.
  • Anti-abuse charities accused Sarah Pochin of shifting responsibility for domestic violence from perpetrators to football players.

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MP's Controversial Statement & Backlash
  • Al Jazeera English

    Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin is being criticised for suggesting a strong World Cup performance by the England football team could reduce domestic violence. Anti-abuse charities accused her of shifting responsibility from perpetrators to football players.

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