Tory MP suggests struggling Brits use food banks because they 'can't cook'
Ashfield MP Lee Anderson says there's 'not this massive use for food banks' in UK. He suggests food bank use is from those who 'can't cook' and 'can't budget'.
Last year he claimed £219,703.44 as business costs - higher than the average MP. Opposition MPs berate him for his 'cruel' comments during cost-of-living crisis
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