Labour peer Lord Alli is currently under investigation by the Lords’ commissioner for failure to register interests, potentially breaching the members’ code of conduct. This investigation comes after a backlash over donations to Labour made by Lord Alli, with concerns that these donations could erode public trust. The SNP had called for an investigation into Alli’s donations, which had risked defining Labour’s first months in office.
The investigation into Lord Alli follows an update published on Parliament’s website, focusing on alleged non-registration of interests and potential breaches of the code of conduct. Additionally, Keir Starmer faced pressure on a youth mobility scheme during his visit to Brussels, seeking a reset with the EU. Starmer’s government is looking to tweak the UK’s relationship with the EU in various areas.
At the Conservative Party conference, James Cleverly emerged as a frontrunner in the Tory leadership contest. Cleverly called on the party to be “more normal” and apologized on behalf of MPs for failing the membership. Meanwhile, Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick also made significant speeches, with Cleverly being praised for his performance at the conference. Ladbrokes has cut Cleverly’s odds and increased his chances of winning the leadership contest, with members showing overwhelming support for him in interviews. There is a consensus among commentators that Cleverly has done well and may be a strong contender for the Tory leadership position.
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