ANGELA Rayner’s political career is on the brink this morning, as the outcome of a sleaze inquiry into her tax affairs is anticipated within hours.

The Deputy PM faces being SACKED by Sir Keir Starmer should his chief ethics adviser determine she violated the ministerial code by dodging £40,000 in stamp duty.

Sir Laurie Magnus' report is expected imminently and could spell the end of Ms Rayner's tenure in government.

Labour front benchers continued to defend Ms Rayner's character amid the scandal on Friday morning.

Asked whether he trusted the Deputy PM, Trade Minister Douglas Alexander said: "Listen, I really want to live in a country in which someone with Angela Rayner's circumstances and background can rise to one of the highest offices in the country.

"I have to say I should dec

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