Angela Rayner breaks resignation silence as she vows to keep fighting

Angela Rayner has broken her silence following her resignation as Deputy Prime Minister, stating she will continue to fight for her beliefs despite her departure from government. She was compelled to resign last month after an ethics adviser determined she had underpaid tax on a second home. In her first speech in the House of Commons since stepping down, Rayner expressed that the recent scrutiny had been tough on her family. She confirmed she would pay all outstanding tax on her Brighton property and hoped her situation would raise awareness for other families facing similar complex tax circumstances, particularly those with disabled children who divorce and seek new housing. Rayner reflected on her time in government as a privilege, emphasizing her ability to help those in need and highlighting achievements such as the Employment Rights Bill, Hillsborough Law, and significant investment in social housing. She also alluded to a potential return to government, stating that a Labour government has historically strengthened the position of working people through legislation an... download the app to read more