Diane Abbott has Labour whip restored after investigation

Diane Abbott

According to Sky News, it has been reported that Diane Abbott has had her membership of the Labour party reinstated after an inquiry into her behavior.

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Ms. Abbott, who became the first black woman to receive the election win in parliament, faced suspension from her party for her written piece in The Guardian. Her letter suggested that Jewish individuals are free from racism and instead experience similar forms of prejudice comparable to those faced by individuals with red hair.

After the publication, she promptly apologized but continued to serve as an independent Member of Parliament for over a year while the party's national executive committee conducted an inquiry.

As per Sky News, it has come to our knowledge that the veteran MP has been given back her authority today. This means that she can run for the Labour party again in the Hackney North area if she intends to participate in the election scheduled for July.

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Ms Abbott has served as a member of the Labour party in Parliament for over three decades, starting in 1987. She made a remarkable achievement as the first black woman to take a seat in the Commons.

She is a strong supporter on the left side of the party and has a close relationship with previous leader Jeremy Corbyn. She held the position of shadow home secretary throughout his term.

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Several MPs from all political parties and organizations representing the Jewish community expressed their approval when she was first suspended in April.

As the investigation into her behavior continued, concerns were raised about the intentions of the current leaders and if she would be permitted to return to the party.

There was greater speculation following a publication by The Guardian. The report disclosed comments made by one of the Conservative Party's biggest financial supporters, Frank Hester, who mentioned that Ms. Abbott made him feel like "hating all black women" and suggested that she "ought to be executed".

Numerous individuals within the Labour faction prompted for the reinstatement of her membership, but despite witnessing the leader of the party, Sir Keir Starmer, providing his backing during a meeting, he consistently reiterated that the inquiry must be finalized.

Earlier on Tuesday, rumors were circulating that Ms Abbott could potentially be expelled from the party altogether. Alongside these rumors, it was said that the investigation had already concluded several months ago.

There were proposals that she might consider teaming up with her comrade Mr Corbyn and participate in the general election on 4th July as an unaffiliated candidate.

However, just before 7 pm, Sky News found out that she had been restored.

Reporters questioned Sir Keir regarding the case while he was on the campaign trail in Hertfordshire today. He didn't reveal much, simply stating that the process takes longer than just finding the facts.

However, ultimately this issue will need to be resolved by the National Executive Committee, and they will take care of it at the appropriate time.

Despite that, Richard Holden, the chairman of the Conservative Party, noted that it would be impossible to believe that Sir Keir was not informed that the procedure had been completed.

Mr Holden was unequivocal in his statement: "There are no ifs or buts about it. This is not a simple change of stance or policy. Sir Keir Starmer has told a blatant untruth to the people of Britain and needs to address some serious concerns."

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