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Paul Bristow: Ministerial aide sacked after call for Israel-Gaza ceasefire

A ministerial aide has been sacked from his government role after calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.

30 October 2023 · 22:21 UTC

Paul Bristow, a ministerial aide, was removed from his government role for calling for a Gaza ceasefire, which clashed with the government's position supporting humanitarian pauses, not a full ceasefire.

Bristow, a Conservative MP, had advocated for a "permanent ceasefire" to save lives and aid delivery.

The government cited "collective responsibility" for his dismissal. In response, Bristow expressed understanding and a commitment to advocate from the backbenches.

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected calls for a ceasefire, while Labour MP Andy McDonald was suspended for comments related to the Israel-Gaza conflict.