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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Anita Bhadani

Chair of Anti-Corruption unit raises concerns over new UK Chancellor Zahawi

As an MP, Zahawi came under scrutiny for a second job he held at an oil company where he earned £1000 per hour.

LABOUR MP Margaret Hodge has posted an open letter to Nadhim Zahawi, raising concerns over his suitability for the role of UK Chancellor. 

Hodge, who is chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Anti-Corruption and Responsible Tax stated that reports that the National Crime Agency investigated Zahawi’s business affairs, along with other issues, raises a “legitimate question” over his “suitability” for the role of Chancellor.

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