UK Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner Resigns Amid Tax Scandal
In a major controversy, Angela Rayner has stepped down as the UK Deputy Prime Minister following revelations that she failed to pay sufficient property tax on her £800,000 flat in Hove. This resignation has thrown the already embattled Labour government into further disarray, prompting Prime Minister Keir Starmer to initiate a sweeping cabinet reshuffle. Rayner expressed regret over her tax mismanagement, admitting to not seeking appropriate advice. The fallout from her resignation raises questions about the future of the Labour party and potential investigations into her financial affairs.
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