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Rachel Reeves aims hypnotherapy jibe at Green Party leader Zack Polanski

Reeves aims hypnotherapy jibe at Green leader Zack Polanski
  • Rachel Reeves criticised Green Party leader Zack Polanski during her Budget announcement in the Commons on Wednesday, 26 November.
  • Reeves referred to Polanski as a 'hypnotherapist' and mocked his belief in achieving 'remarkable things using the power of his mind'.
  • She asserted that Polanski's approach would only lead to an increase in the deficit and inflation, a comment that drew jeers from the chamber.
  • The Chancellor's jab referenced Polanski's past claims about his abilities.
  • Polanski had previously apologised in September for claiming he could use his mind to increase women's breast size.
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