In the light of Ms. Blears’ ‘flipping’ of properties to make the most of the second home expenses and avoiding capital gains tax on the sale of one of these properties, I think we have found our first Labour scapegoat.
Unless overshadowed by more serious accusations of fiddling and dodging, Hazel’s tax alleged tax dodging moves go well beyond the “it’s within the rules” defence.
A sacking or two might help Brown regain some of the great expanse of ground lost over the expenses issue.
