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Chris Webb, the Labor MP for Blackpool South, has revealed he was robbed as he returned to his flat in London last night.

The MP said he was unhurt but his phone had been stolen.

He said: ‘Last night, as I returned to my flat in London, I was attacked and robbed by a group of individuals.

“Luckily I have no injuries and I’m fine. Unfortunately they just took my phone away, so I won’t have to worry about it for a while.

‘I would like to thank the Met Police for their quick response and support.

‘The officers who helped me did their utmost.

“They are a remarkable asset to the force.”