Newspaper headlines: Rayner's 'judgement day' and 'Dorries joins Tories'

Newspaper headlines: Rayner's 'judgement day' and 'Dorries joins Tories'

Friday’s papers are focused on the fallout from Angela Rayner’s admission regarding stamp duty. According to the i Paper, Rayner is facing a “Judgement day” as the PM is reportedly willing to dismiss her if the findings from his ethics adviser’s investigation are not in her favor. The report from Sir Laurie Magnus is expected imminently, potentially as soon as Friday.

The Times covers Rayner’s tax scandal, with her lawyers denying giving her tax advice, claiming they are being unfairly targeted as “scapegoats.” The conveyancing firm involved in the purchase of Rayner’s Hove flat stated they did not advise her on eligibility for a lower stamp duty rate. Rayner attributed the tax “mistake” to incorrect legal advice that did not consider her circumstances adequately.

The Daily Telegraph’s headline underscores Rayner’s struggle, noting that her lawyer’s rejection of her tax claim presents a significant challenge to her defense. The paper also pays tribute to Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani, who passed away at the age of 91.

The Daily Star indicates that the situation has taken a negative turn for Rayner, with graffiti labelling her a “tax evader” outside her flat. Rayner’s spokesperson condemned the act as unacceptable, emphasizing the seriousness of the accusations against her

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