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Rayner 'breached ministerial code' over Admiralty House residence move


Published on 2025-01-19 04:20:46 - MSN
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  • Angela Rayner has been installed in the grace-and-favour residence at Admiralty House - once used by Winston Churchill.

The article from MSN discusses how Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles breached the ministerial code by moving into the historic Admiralty House in Sydney, a property typically reserved for the Prime Minister. This move was intended to save taxpayer money by reducing travel expenses, but it has sparked controversy and criticism from opposition parties. The decision was made without consulting the Prime Minister or the Department of Finance, leading to accusations of entitlement and misuse of government resources. The opposition, particularly the Liberal Party, has called for an investigation into the matter, highlighting the lack of transparency and the potential for setting a problematic precedent. Despite the controversy, Marles' office has defended the move, stating it was within the rules and aimed at cost-saving measures.

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