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Sir Keir defends aide’s £170k salary amid controversy
Sir Keir Starmer has stated that Sue Gray’s taxpayer-funded salary should not be a matter of public debate. The Prime Minister criticised the increasing negative briefings about his Chief of Staff, saying they were unhelpful. Last week, it was revealed that Gray earns £170,000 annually, £3,000 more than the Prime Minister’s own salary, sparking discontent among advisers facing pay cuts.…
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Starmer defends free football tickets to avoid taxpayer costs
Sir Keir Starmer has defended his acceptance of complimentary football tickets, arguing it would be costly for taxpayers if he attended Arsenal matches from the stands. This follows revelations from a Sky News project which highlighted that he received £107,145 worth of gifts and hospitality since December 2019, more than any other MP. Sir Keir disclosed £12,588 in gifts from…
