Summary
Angela Rayner, the UK's deputy prime minister, admitted she paid the wrong amount of tax on a property due to incorrect legal advice. She claims this mistake happened during her divorce and involved a trust set up for her son. An investigation is underway, but Rayner remains in her position with support from Labour Party leader, Sir Keir Starmer.
Key Facts
- Angela Rayner is the UK's deputy prime minister and housing secretary.
- Rayner admitted to paying the wrong tax amount on a house.
- The tax issue involved her divorce and a trust for her son with lifelong disabilities.
- Rayner claims she received incorrect legal advice about the tax.
- Sir Keir Starmer, Labour Party leader, supports Rayner despite the allegations.
- An independent investigation will determine if Rayner breached the ministerial code.
