Reeves rebuked by PM over 'regrettable' rental confusion but faces no further action
Summary
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer decided Chancellor Rachel Reeves will not face further action after failing to get a proper licence to rent out her home. Reeves acknowledged the mistake after discovering her husband had emails indicating the letting agent was supposed to apply for the license, but didn't.Key Facts
- Chancellor Rachel Reeves did not obtain the correct licence when renting her family home.
- Her husband’s emails showed the letting agent promised to handle the licence application.
- The oversight meant the licence was never applied for by the agent.
- Reeves apologized and took responsibility for the situation.
- Prime Minister decided no further action was needed after reviewing the case.
- Southwark Council could enforce a fine if the licence is not applied for within 21 days of a warning.
- Reeves has now applied for the required licence.
- The issue arose just as Reeves is preparing for an upcoming budget announcement.
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