The UK government has withdrawn a public information campaign urging people to "stay home" during the coronavirus pandemic, after criticism of its stereotyped depiction of women doing domestic chores and looking after children.

A government spokesperson said the advert had been withdrawn because "it does not reflect the government's view on women."

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