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Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner is expected to be interviewed under caution by Greater Manchester Police as part of an investigation into the sale of her council house in 2015. Reports suggest that she will be questioned about allegations of breaching electoral law, failing to pay capital gains tax, and falsely receiving a single-occupancy council tax discount.

Rayner has stated that she will resign if found to have broken the law, but maintains her innocence and confidence that she has done nothing wrong. The police have contacted her office to arrange an interview, where she will be asked to attend voluntarily and be interviewed under caution.

The investigation stems from a complaint made by Tory deputy chair James Daly, prompting police to reassess the information and launch an investigation. Labour has expressed confidence that Rayner has complied with the rules and welcomes the chance to set out the facts with the police.

The allegations surrounding the sale of her council house in Stockport raise questions about whether she properly declared her residency and paid the correct amount of tax. Rayner has denied any wrongdoing and insists that the property in question was her principal residence, despite her husband living elsewhere at the time.

Labour leader Keir Starmer has defended Rayner, accusing the Tories of chasing a smear campaign against her. Rayner has reiterated her commitment to integrity and accountability in politics, stating that she would step down if found guilty of a criminal offense.

Greater Manchester Police have not provided any updates on the case, but the investigation continues as Rayner prepares to cooperate with authorities to address the allegations. Stay tuned for further developments on this ongoing story.