Keir Starmer Addresses Donations Controversy by Repaying Gifts

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has repaid over 6,000 pounds worth of gifts following criticism. The donations, totaling around 100,000 pounds, were legally received but sparked a political row. Starmer plans to introduce new principles for transparency in political donations and hospitality rules.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that he has repaid more than 6,000 pounds in gifts and hospitality after criticism over the acceptance of freebies.

Starmer, who has faced scrutiny due to the scale of donations including designer clothes and Arsenal match tickets, accepted these legally but has seen his popularity affected.

In response, he has pledged to restructure hospitality rules for ministers, ensuring greater transparency for future donations and hopes to quell the ongoing controversy by proposing new principles for political contributions.

(With inputs from agencies.)