Trust in Angela Rayner and praise for her background and motivations for entering politics were expressed. A personal liking and an improbable friendship despite differing circumstances were highlighted, noting the challenges Rayner had overcome. Due process in the investigation into Rayner's tax affairs was emphasized, with an expectation of a rigorous testing process. Sir Laurie Magnus was identified as the person expected to lead a comprehensive but expeditious inquiry. Final judgments about ministers were framed as the responsibility of the prime minister. Frustration about the ongoing probe was acknowledged, and a swift conclusion was described as beneficial to the government.
Listen, I really want to live in a country in which someone with Angela Rayner's circumstances and background can rise to one of the highest offices in the country. I have to say I should declare an interest I really like Angela Rayner. We're a rather improbable group of friends. We come from very different circumstances if you look at the challenges that Angela Rayner has overcome, not only do I like and respect her but, yes, I think she's in politics for the right reasons.
I think most of your listeners, as they think about it, they think about their own workplace or their own circumstances, they would want due process to be followed. That will be a rigorous testing process.
The expectation is [Sir Laurie Magnus] works in a very comprehensive but also a pretty expeditious way it will be for the prime minister, as always, to make judgments in relation to his ministers.
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