Politician resigns from Labour due to Starmer's 'sleaze' involving controversy over receiving freebies and gifts.

Rosie Duffield, who has served as the Member of Parliament for Canterbury since 2017, has recently made the decision to step down from her position. This makes her the first MP to do so since the last General Election. Instead of representing the Labour Party, Duffield will now sit as an independent MP after officially resigning today.

In her resignation letter, Duffield expressed her disappointment with Labour leader Keir Starmer, particularly regarding the controversy surrounding expensive gifts he and his wife received from Lord Alli. These gifts, totaling £107,145, included items such as clothing, glasses, and even accommodation. Duffield also pointed out Starmer's decision to restrict payments that assist retirees with their winter heating costs, which she deemed as "cruel and unnecessary."

Duffield also criticized the party's choice to maintain the two-child benefit cap, which limits certain benefits to families with only two children. She referred to this as "sleaze, nepotism, and apparent avarice," and expressed her shame and embarrassment for the once-proud Labour Party. She also noted her anger towards Starmer and his inner circle for tarnishing the party's image and humiliating its members.

One of the key factors in Duffield's decision to resign was the government's plan to means-test the Winter Fuel Allowance, a payment that is typically available to all individuals over the age of 66. This plan, which would only provide this allowance to the poorest and most vulnerable individuals, was met with criticism and ultimately passed with a vote of 348 to 228. Duffield questioned Starmer's lack of embarrassment in forcing this vote while also accepting expensive personal gifts.

Duffield's resignation, which was first reported by The Times, comes after years of feeling isolated within the party due to her views on trans rights. She has made controversial remarks, including describing trans women as "male-bodied" and arguing against their access to domestic violence shelters and single-sex toilets. Despite her views, Duffield stressed that she is "anti-trans" and wanted to have a serious discussion about women's rights within the party.

As an independent MP, Duffield no longer aligns with any political party. However, she stated that the Labour Party will always be her "natural home" and she hopes to return in the future when the party aligns with her values once again. Duffield's resignation serves as a reflection of the current state of the party and the need for change in order to prioritize the needs of the people over personal gain.

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