UK parliament's standards watchdog investigates opposition Labour leader

LONDON -British opposition Labour chief Keir Starmer is being investigated by parliament’s requirements commissioner over whether or not he broke the foundations on registering his earnings and presents.

An replace to the parliament web site on Monday confirmed an investigation was opened into Starmer on June 8. It didn't present additional particulars.

Members of parliament are required to declare their exterior monetary pursuits, reminiscent of charges or bills paid for employment away from their function as a member of parliament, in addition to presents or hospitality they obtain.

“Keir Starmer takes his declaration obligations very severely and has already apologised for the truth that administrative errors in his workplace have led to a small variety of late declarations,” a spokesperson for Starmer stated.

“The requirements commissioner has requested for extra info which we're pleased to offer.”

Starmer stated he was “completely assured” he had accomplished nothing improper.

“There’s no drawback right here,” he instructed reporters.

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