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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Christopher McKeon,David Lynch and David Hughes

Starmer hits back at home secretary over calls to sack minister

Shabana Mahmood had called for Sir Keir Starmer to sack Mr Tapp and restricted his access to sensitive documents over an article he wrote - (PA Wire)

Home Office minister Mike Tapp has been "reminded of his obligations under the Ministerial Code" but will remain in his post, Downing Street has confirmed, following a public dispute with Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood.

The row erupted after Ms Mahmood called for Sir Keir Starmer to sack Mr Tapp and restricted his access to sensitive documents. Her actions followed an article Mr Tapp wrote in The Times on immigration policy, which she claimed breached the Ministerial Code.

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