Watts criticised over comments on female MPs
Politics
October 19, 2026
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UNC MP for La Horquetta/Talparo Phillip Watts has drawn criticism after commenting on the appearance and sexual morality of female MPs during Saturday night's debate on the 2027 national budget.
Watts praised the women seated on the Government's side of the House, describing them as “good-looking” and saying they had “a lot of moral values”.
“I feel very comfortable on this side, Mr Speaker. Especially with the women, they have a lot of moral values,” he said.
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