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The Rt Hon Mr Richard Holden MP

The Rt Hon Mr Richard Holden is the Conservative MP for Basildon and Billericay, and was first elected in December 2019. He currently undertakes the roles of Opposition Whip (Commons), and Shadow Paymaster General.

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    Why Cousin Marriage Can No Longer Be Ignored

    I never imagined I’d lead a campaign to ban cousin marriage. Like many, I was unaware of its prevalence and impact until professional warnings and mounting public concern landed on my desk. That reality changed everything. In parts of Britain, particularly in

    by The Rt Hon Mr Richard Holden MP
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