The crucial moment came after furious lawyers accused Ms Rayner of trying to make them “scapegoats” for her underpaying tens of thousands of pounds in stamp duty.
Ms Rayner’s hold on her job had been looking increasingly tenuous after Sir Keir refused to rule out sacking her yesterday, insisting he would “act” on the findings from Sir Laurie.
The departure is another massive blow for the PM, already struggling to stabilise his government after a torrid summer of immigration protests.
She also appears to have resigned as deputy Labour leader – a separate elected post – triggering what could be a deeply divisive contest.
The PM’s official spokesman confirmed that Sir Keir has now received the report from Sir Laurie.
“The Prime Minister will read it and act upon it. He has a reputation for being comprehensive and quick,” the spokesman said.
Senior figures have spent the past few days rallying around Ms Rayner since her extraordinary admission that she had failed to pay enough stamp duty....<<<Read More>>>...
