Keir Starmer Faces Scrutiny Over £100,000 in Gifts and Hospitality

The Labour leader's acceptance of high-value freebies raises questions about ethics and transparency.

• Keir Starmer has declared over £100,000 in gifts and hospitality, surpassing recent party leaders.
• Criticism has emerged over the £76,000 worth of entertainment and clothing accepted since 2019, including £4,000 in Taylor Swift tickets.
• Labour donor Waheed Alli provided significant support, including £20,000 in accommodation and £12,000 in work clothing.
• Minister Angela Eagle struggled to defend Starmer's acceptance of freebies during interviews on Times Radio and Sky News.
• Comparatively, previous leaders like David Cameron and Boris Johnson declared fewer gifts, though Johnson accepted significant donations and holidays.

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