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The problem with Brexit Britain? Slavery, says Lily Allen

Today Theresa May revealed her plan for ‘a global Britain’ in a speech at Lancaster House. While her words were well-received by her party and the media, not everyone is so convinced. Step forward Lily Allen.

Yes, the pop singer — who last year apologised ‘on behalf of my country’ on a visit to the Calais ‘jungle’ camp — has taken to Twitter to offer her two cents’ worth on May’s proposals. Alas it’s not good news. Allen says although a global Britain ‘could b good’ it might not happen as the ‘world still hates us’ because of… slavery.

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While many Europhiles and EU officials no doubt have plenty of reservations as to why Britain ought not to be a global player, Mr S suspects slavery is not on the list…

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