PMQs: Dowden and Rayner Clash Over Housing and Her Sale of Former Council Home
During the latest Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) session, Angela Rayner, the Deputy Labour Leader, initiated the discussion by addressing the issue of no-fault evictions.
She acknowledged the Conservative Party's eagerness to discuss her personal living arrangements, specifically the sale of her former council home, which has been a topic of interest in the media and the House of Commons in recent weeks.
Oliver Dowden, who stood in for Rishi Sunak during the session, jokingly remarked that Rayner would "be claiming it as her principal residence" since this was their fifth PMQs encounter.
Rayner's question focused on the government's stance on no-fault evictions and the potential impact on vulnerable tenants.
The sale of Rayner's former council home has been a subject of controversy, with some suggesting that her financial situation could influence her political stance on housing issues.
Dowden and Rayner engaged in a heated exchange over housing policies, with Dowden emphasizing the government's commitment to building new homes and supporting tenants, while Rayner criticized the lack of security and affordability for renters under the current system.
The exchange between the two politicians highlighted the ongoing debate over housing policies and the role of personal circumstances in political discourse.
Rayner's question on no-fault evictions served as an opportunity to bring attention to the issue and pressure the government to take action to protect tenants.
The session ended with both sides reiterating their respective positions on the matter.