Independent Group hit by racism row after Angela Smith's comments on skin color
Appearing on the programme to talk about the new grouping of MPs in the House of Comons, the MP also took part in a discussion about racism in British society.
The former Labour MP appears to say: "It's not just about being black or a funny tinge..." before breaking off and commenting "from the BAME community".
The MP for Penistone and Stocksbridge's remarks provoked outrage on Twitter .
Journalist Michael Segalov commented: "did Angela Smith on live BBC TV just now *actually*, when talking about BME people, say "it's not just about being black or a funny tinge"?!?!??!?!!?? jesus f***ing christ".
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