"As you know, on Wednesday I referred myself to your Independent Adviser on Ministerial Standards, Sir Laurie Magnus, to conduct a thorough investigation into my personal financial circumstances after I became aware that it is likely I inadvertently paid the incorrect rate for Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). I have always taken my responsibilities as Deputy Prime Minister, Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, as well as a Member of Parliament with the utmost seriousness."
"I have long believed that people who serve the British public in government must always observe the highest standards, and while the Independent Adviser has concluded that I acted in good faith and with honesty and integrity throughout, I accept that I did not meet the highest standards in relation to my recent property purchase. I deeply regret my decision to not seek additional specialist tax advice given both my position as Housing Secretary and my complex family arrangements."
Angela Rayner resigned from the roles of deputy prime minister, housing secretary and deputy leader of the Labour Party after admitting an error in Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) payment. She referred herself to the Independent Adviser on Ministerial Standards, Sir Laurie Magnus, who found she acted in good faith but breached the ministerial code. Rayner accepted responsibility, expressed regret for not seeking specialist tax advice given her ministerial role and complex family arrangements, and apologised for not meeting the highest standards. She also cited the significant toll media scrutiny has had on her and her family.
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