Gisela Stuart's imminent appointment as civil service watchdog 'raises questions', Starmer says
Ex-Vote Leave chair is "closely politically connected to the current government", Labour leader says
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Ex-Vote Leave chair is "closely politically connected to the current government", Labour leader says
The prime minister is expected to approve former Vote Leave chair Gisela Stuart's appointment as first civil service commissioner.
MPs have approved the appointment of the former chair of Vote Leave as the new commissioner of the Civil Service despite fears of partisanship.
PACAC members raised concerns about her suitability for the role and her “perceived impartiality”
The PM said removing VAT is not the most effective way to help those under the greatest pressure from soaring energy prices.