PMQs: Lammy Faces Criticism Over Mistaken Prison Release
The deputy prime minister, standing in for Keir Starmer, was unable to confirm whether another asylum seeker had been wrongly released from prison. The latest Prime Minister’s Questions turned into a loud and tense exchange — a typical yet revealing moment in British politics.
Main Debate: Asylum and Prisons
This session became a clash of deputies as David Lammy, Starmer’s second in command, faced Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge while the prime minister attended COP30 in Brazil. Lammy found himself under pressure as a major story broke right within his justice remit.
Call for Apology
Cartlidge, little known outside Westminster, demanded an apology from Lammy after an emotional ITV interview with the father of a 14-year-old girl who was assaulted by Ethiopian national Hadush Kebatu — the asylum seeker mistakenly freed last month, prompting a frantic two-day search.
Lammy’s Response
“In the debate, of course, I said sorry for the anxiety caused whilst Kebatu was at large, and I repeat that.”
Lammy stressed he had already apologized during the parliamentary debate, emphasizing his sense of responsibility. Yet Cartlidge argued that Kebatu’s quick recapture was insufficient, pressing that the government’s handling remained flawed.
Author’s Summary
Lammy defended his record under fire as a mistaken prison release reignited debate over justice oversight during a combative Prime Minister’s Questions.
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