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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Archie Mitchell and Millie Cooke

Angela Rayner admits she didn’t pay enough stamp duty on seaside flat

  • Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has admitted to underpaying stamp duty on her £800,000 seaside flat in Hove.
  • She told Sky News’ Electoral Dysfunction podcast that she has referred herself to Sir Keir Starmer’s ethics advisor over the property purchase.
  • Ms Rayner confirmed she will pay the additional property tax, with experts estimating the bill could be as much as £40,000.
  • She said that the underpayment was due to inaccurate legal advice she received regarding the purchase.
  • Ms Rayner has also contacted HMRC to address the additional tax owed on the property.

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