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Cameron attacks 'Britain-hating' Corbyn in conference speech

David Cameron accused Jeremy Corbyn of having a "security-threatening, terrorist-sympathising, Britain-hating ideology" as he addressed the Conservative party conference for the first time since the party's General Election victory.

The Prime Minister also discussed segregation in Britain, the conflict in Syria and a vision for his legacy as leader, as well as outlining plans for 200,000 affordable new homes.

Mr Cameron's speech closes the four-day conference in Manchester, which has been dominated by speculation over his successor as leader.

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Cameron lashes out at 'Britain-hating' Corbyn

David Cameron has lashed out at Jeremy Corbyn accusing him of having 'security-threatening, terrorist-sympathising, Britain-hating ideology'.

Thousands of words have been written about the new Labour leader.

But you only really need to know one thing: he thinks the death of Osama bin Laden was a “tragedy”.

– David Cameron

David Cameron also said the government will spend 2% of GDP on defence and will order four new Trident submarines.

Our independent nuclear deterrent is our ultimate insurance policy – this Government will order four new Trident submarines.

– David Cameron

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