Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner’s newly purchased property has been vandalised with graffiti accusing her of being a “tax evader”. Angela Rayner’s home defaced with ‘TAX EVADER’ has sparked much debate online.
The words were daubed in large letters across the exterior of the property overnight. Pictures circulating on social media this morning show the slogan sprayed on the front wall of the home, further fuelling discussions about Angela Rayner’s home defaced with ‘TAX EVADER’ and its implications.
It comes as Rayner continues to face mounting pressure over revelations surrounding her tax affairs and property dealings, with opposition parties demanding full transparency.
Political fallout
The incident is the latest flashpoint in the political storm engulfing Labour’s deputy leader. Angela Rayner’s home defaced with ‘TAX EVADER’ follows days of headlines about her alleged underpayment of stamp duty and questions over property declarations.
While no arrests have been made, local police confirmed they were investigating the criminal damage and had increased patrols in the area.
Condemnation of vandalism
A Labour Party spokesperson condemned the vandalism, saying:
“While Angela has committed to addressing the questions raised over her property and tax affairs, resorting to intimidation and criminal damage is unacceptable. Police are rightly investigating this act of vandalism.”
The spokesperson added that Rayner remained focused on her duties as Deputy Prime Minister and would not be deterred by “politically motivated harassment”.
Local residents have also expressed concern that the row surrounding the Labour MP had spilled into criminal damage, partly due to Angela Rayner’s home defaced with ‘TAX EVADER’.
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