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Burnham Moves to Scrap Victorian‑Era Law Targeting Catholics and Jews

Burnham Moves to Scrap Victorian‑Era Law Targeting Catholics and Jews

The Irish Times examines Andy Burnham’s effort to remove a 19th‑century statute that singled out Catholics and Jews. The article explores the historical context and the timing of the change.

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Andy Burnham is removing a Victorian-era law that singled out Catholics and Jews. Why now?