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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Kate Devlin

Rachel Reeves investigated by watchdog over a ‘freebie’

  • Rachel Reeves is being investigated by Parliament's standards commissioner for a possible breach of the code of conduct.
  • The investigation, launched just before local elections, concerns the late declaration of free theatre tickets received by Reeves.
  • Reeves previously faced criticism for accepting free concert tickets and clothes, prompting her to pledge to refuse such gifts in the future.
  • This incident follows similar controversies involving Labour leader Keir Starmer's declaration of gifts and clothing.
  • The commissioner's inquiry falls under the code of conduct section regarding the timely registration of financial interests.

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Rachel Reeves investigated by parliament’s watchdog

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