Tiverton MP under fire for missing historic Parliament steel vote

Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info While the country was hammering out a future for British steel, one West Country MP has been accused of being more interested in second-hand bargains than second chances for a vital industry. Rachel Gilmour, the Liberal Democrat MP for Tiverton & Minehead, faced criticism after not attending an emergency session of Parliament on Saturday, April 12, recalled to push through urgent legislation to save British Steel and protect more than 3,000 jobs. The sitting marked…