The Story What next for Labour after Angela Rayner's resignation
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Sep 9, 2025 In this discussion, Geraldine Scott, Assistant Political Editor at The Times, dives into the recent resignation of Angela Rayner and the consequential reshuffle within the Labour Party. They analyze how her departure affects Labour's leadership dynamics, the perception of gendered scrutiny, and potential successors. The conversation also touches on the party's fiscal challenges post-resignation, navigating internal conflicts, and the crucial upcoming elections—highlighting the complex interplay of ambition and influence in the reshaping of Labour's future.
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Resignation Triggered A Wider Reset
- Angela Rayner resigned after Sir Laurie Magnus found she broke the ministerial code by not taking specialist tax advice.
- Keir Starmer used her departure to trigger a wider reshuffle and install loyalists across government.
How The Stamp Duty Issue Unfolded
- Geraldine Scott recounts that Rayner admitted underpaying stamp duty and hadn't taken specialist tax advice.
- That admission was central to Sir Laurie Magnus's finding she breached the ministerial code.
Starmer Accelerated An Already Planned Shake-Up
- A big reshuffle had been planned but Starmer accelerated it to capitalise on Rayner's exit.
- Number 10 used the moment to remove perceived underperformers and refresh the top team.