
Why are we paying for a cabinet minister's libel bill?
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Government Minister's Libel Case and Taxpayer Money
The chapter examines a government minister's libel case, where taxpayers footed a £15,000 bill due to false accusations, sparking criticism towards the Conservative party. Promises of change and accountability for such incidents are made in anticipation of a potential Labour government. The episode delves into the implications of high-ranking officials facing legal action and the public's reaction to taxpayer funds being used for legal fees.
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