Concerns have emerged regarding the accuracy of the chancellor's online CV and her past expense claims during her time working in the banking sector. These questions follow an investigation into the matter by a news organization.
Rachel Reeves, along with two former colleagues, was reportedly involved in an internal expense review during her tenure as a senior manager at Halifax Bank of Scotland (HBOS) in the late 2000s.
Additionally, scrutiny has been directed at Reeves' online CV, which appears to have overstated the duration of her employment with the Bank of England.
When questioned about the issue, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer stated that Reeves had "dealt with any issues that arise" and reiterated his confidence in her. He dismissed the concerns as events from "many years ago" and emphasized the government's focus on revitalizing the economy.
A source familiar with the internal HBOS probe indicated that an initial investigation supported a whistleblower’s claims that rules had been broken. However, the final conclusion of the investigation remains unclear.
Reeves' spokesperson responded, stating that she was unaware of the investigation, had consistently adhered to expense guidelines, and had left HBOS on good terms.
Opposition leader Kemi Badenoch criticized the situation, arguing that transparency is essential. She referred to the prime minister's past remarks about restoring trust in politics, suggesting that Reeves should provide full clarity regarding both her CV and the circumstances of her departure from HBOS.
The controversy adds further complexity to the political landscape as the government continues its efforts to focus on economic growth.
Rachel Reeves, along with two former colleagues, was reportedly involved in an internal expense review during her tenure as a senior manager at Halifax Bank of Scotland (HBOS) in the late 2000s.
Additionally, scrutiny has been directed at Reeves' online CV, which appears to have overstated the duration of her employment with the Bank of England.
When questioned about the issue, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer stated that Reeves had "dealt with any issues that arise" and reiterated his confidence in her. He dismissed the concerns as events from "many years ago" and emphasized the government's focus on revitalizing the economy.
A source familiar with the internal HBOS probe indicated that an initial investigation supported a whistleblower’s claims that rules had been broken. However, the final conclusion of the investigation remains unclear.
Reeves' spokesperson responded, stating that she was unaware of the investigation, had consistently adhered to expense guidelines, and had left HBOS on good terms.
Opposition leader Kemi Badenoch criticized the situation, arguing that transparency is essential. She referred to the prime minister's past remarks about restoring trust in politics, suggesting that Reeves should provide full clarity regarding both her CV and the circumstances of her departure from HBOS.
The controversy adds further complexity to the political landscape as the government continues its efforts to focus on economic growth.
Questions raised over Rachel Reeves’s CV and expenses after BBC investigation
The BBC has established the Chancellor left the Bank of England nine months earlier than she states in her LinkedIn profile.
www.bbc.co.uk
