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Australian PM apologises for Tourette's syndrome remark

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Anthony Albanese apologises for 'hurtful' comment in parliament.

He mocked opposition lawmakers by asking them if they had Tourette 's syndrome.

The remark has angered disability advocates and been labelled "ableist" and "despicable" by MPs.

Albanese returned to the chamber to ask for forgiveness from Australians living with the disorder.

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