Reform MP branded ‘irresponsible’ over claim England must ‘keep winning’ at World Cup to prevent domestic abuse (opens original article in a new tab)

A Reform UK MP faced criticism for linking England's World Cup success to preventing domestic abuse, with charities and opponents condemning the remarks as irresponsible and misleading. Reform UK also faces scrutiny over past social media comments by its candidates, while pledging new protections for mothers.

• Reform MP Sarah Pochin suggested England's World Cup wins could prevent domestic abuse rise
• Charities criticized her remarks as irresponsible and misleading
• Opponents and charities emphasized domestic abuse is not caused by football results
• Reform UK faces scrutiny over past social media comments by candidates
• Reform pledged to strengthen protections for pregnant women and new mothers