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Greater Manchester Police Drop Investigation into Angela Rayner Over Tax Affairs and Council House Row

May 28, 2024, 03:02 PM

Greater Manchester Police have concluded their investigation into Labour's Deputy Leader, Angela Rayner, and will take no further action. The investigation was related to allegations about her historical living arrangements, potential breaches of electoral law, and tax affairs. The police confirmed that matters involving council tax and personal tax do not fall under their jurisdiction and have shared details of the investigation with HMRC and Stockport Council. The decision follows a thorough, carefully considered, and proportionate investigation. The allegations included claims about her main residence and a council house row.