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Published 17:42 8 Dec 2018 GMT
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Unsurprisingly, Patel's comments have been widely criticised on social media.
Patrick Kielty, who has emerged as a pretty accurate voice of reason on these matters, weighed in with a fairly concise takedown:
https://twitter.com/PatricKielty/status/1071107274351865856
Labour MP David Lammy, meanwhile, highlighted "one the most shameful episodes in British colonial history" when assessing Patel's stance.
"The starvation of innocent Irish men, women and children was one of the most shameful episodes in British colonial history," said Lammy.
"Priti Patel's comments expose either extreme callousness or ignorance. Shame on her either way for throwing salt at old wounds."
The SDLP's Mark Durkan also had strong criticism for Patel, who blasted her assertion that she was taken out of context.
"What thought did you give to their content or context?' he asked.
"Insulting people's intelligence won't redress or spin insults to identity and interests. But thanks for exhibit proof of the need for backstop and dangers without any parliamentary lock."
https://twitter.com/markdurkan/status/1071318255795609601
Patel has yet to address the matter further.
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