Tories Call for Probe into Angela Rayner Over Stamp Duty Bill

The UK's Conservative party has called for an investigation into Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner's tax affairs. The controversy stems from reports that Rayner saved tens of thousands of pounds in stamp duty on the purchase of a new apartment. The Tories have accused Rayner of exploiting a tax loophole, arguing that this raises questions about her personal finances and her commitment to transparency. Rayner has defended her actions, stating that she followed all legal and ethical requirements. The call for an investigation comes amid ongoing political tensions between the Conservatives and Labour, with the Tories seeking to portray Rayner as hypocritical for benefiting from a tax arrangement that they have criticized in the past. The outcome of any potential investigation could have implications for Rayner's political standing and the broader relationship between the two main UK political parties.