Keir Starmer says findings of Angela Rayner tax inquiry will come soon
Deputy PM consulted one conveyancer and two experts on law on trusts before buying her Hove apartment, say Labour figures
Deputy PM consulted one conveyancer and two experts on law on trusts before buying her Hove apartment, say Labour figures

News opens way for her to potentially enter a contest to topple Keir Starmer

Move plunges Keir Starmer’s administration into turmoil

Deputy prime minister faces hefty stamp duty bill as she waits for government ethics adviser to rule on affair

Labour politician refers herself to government’s ethics adviser over £800,000 Hove flat

MPs are divided on timing of contest as Angela Rayner joins group of potential challengers

Move raises likelihood of further tax rises and could damage government’s credibility with investors