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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Jessica Elgot Deputy political editor

No conflict of interest in Keir Starmer meeting Taylor Swift, says No 10

Swift on stage reaching down to touch outstretched hands of fans in the front row
The revelation Starmer had met Swift came amid a row over additional security granted to her for her London concerts this summer. Photograph: Brendan McDermid/Reuters

Downing Street has said there was no conflict of interest in Keir Starmer attending a Taylor Swift concert and meeting her, and there would be no referral to the independent ethics adviser over decisions to grant her extra security.

The revelation Starmer and his family had met Swift came amid a row over the additional security granted to the megastar, including a blue-light escort usually reserved for royalty and politicians.

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