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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Rajeev Syal Home affairs editor

FOUND: Leaked beergate memo could clear starmer lawyer believes | Mind Blowing Facts

Keir Starmer
Durham police should also explain why the force is investigating Starmer two years after the event, said Wagner. Photograph: Anthony Devlin/Getty Images

A barrister specialising in lockdown rules has said a leaked document showing Keir Starmer attended a prearranged meal in Durham during an election could be used to clear the Labour leader of allegations that he broke the law.

The document, published by the Mail on Sunday, shows that an 80-minute dinner with the Labour MP Mary Foy, featuring a takeaway curry, was planned as part of his schedule.

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