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Starmer rules out investigation after Reeves admits rental rules 'mistake'
- On Wednesday, Chancellor Rachel Reeves admitted she failed to obtain a selective rental licence after moving into No 11 Downing Street and informed Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, the Independent Adviser on Ministerial Standards, and the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards.
- The family home in Southwark was let via an external lettings agency after the July 2024 election, and Rachel Reeves, Chancellor, says she relied on the agent's advice, which did not flag a licence requirement.
- Southwark Council requires a `selective` licence in Dulwich Wood ward, and failing to secure one can lead to prosecution or fines; the property was advertised for 3,200 per month.
- Starmer accepted Reeves' apology and said the matter can be drawn to a close after consulting Sir Laurie Magnus, who advised no further investigation is necessary.
- Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch urged a full investigation and warned the Prime Minister to act if the Chancellor broke the law, while Daisy Cooper said the government is only growing scandals.
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