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backbencher
[ bak-ben-cher, -ben- ]
noun
- any of the members of a legislature, especially of the House of Commons of Great Britain, but not including the leaders of the parties.
backbencher
/ ˈæˈɛԳʃə /
noun
- a Member of Parliament who does not hold office in the government or opposition
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Origin of backbencher1
Example Sentences
The comment triggered a strongly-worded social media post from backbencher and cycling advocate Lee Waters.
And a prominent Labour backbencher – who chaired a cross-party committee – had a range of possible options for bringing in more revenue.
But the reforms have faced fierce criticism from Labour backbenchers, unions and charities, who say the changes could push more disabled people into poverty.
But the government's reforms have faced criticism from Labour backbenchers, unions and charities, who fear the changes could push more disabled people into poverty.
Labour MPs have been invited to briefings by Downing Street over the past week, but there is significant concerns among many backbenchers.
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