Angela Rayner defends acceptance of donations and gifts from party donors ahead of Labour conference speech

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has stood by her decision to accept contributions and gifts from party donors, asserting that she has always been "honest and clear" about how it all works.

Before her main address at the Labour conference, Rayner informed Laura Kuenssberg that she didn't think she violated any regulations after receiving lodging from a wealthy Labour supporter and friend while on a personal vacation in New York.

Rayner mentioned that she chose to make it known since she spent a few days there and stated, “I believe I shared too much.”

She acknowledged that she recognized people's frustration with the ongoing situation regarding donations, but pointed out that contributions have been a part of British politics for many years.

Rayner mentioned that she supports a combination of rewards and consequences in government. She pointed out that constantly being a nuisance doesn't always lead to the desired outcomes.

"I won't hesitate to be assertive when it's necessary. We're all part of a team—our cabinet functions as a unit—and I'm collaborating with every branch of government."

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