Has Rishi Sunak been drawn into ‘Partygate’ scandal?

Chancellor questioned by police over accusation he broke lockdown laws

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak
Chancellor Rishi Sunak: hoping for no U-turns
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Rishi Sunak is among those being questioned by police investigating the “Partygate” scandal – the series of gatherings held in Downing Street during the national lockdown.

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