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News · 30 October 2025

Starmer Backs Reeves Despite Rental Rule Break as Opposition Demands Resignation

Starmer Backs Reeves Despite Rental Rule Break as Opposition Demands Resignation

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves admitted failing to obtain a required selective rental licence for her south London home after moving to No 11 Downing Street, with rental income reported since September 2024. Prime Minister Keir Starmer ruled out an investigation after consulting his ethics adviser, accepting her apology as sufficient resolution under ministerial code. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has called for a full investigation into the matter, with rental industry groups criticizing the licensing breach.

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