Tulip Siddiq Faces Pressure Over Property Allegations

UK Economic Secretary Tulip Siddiq is facing calls for resignation and an investigation into her financial dealings, particularly concerning properties linked to her family's connections with the former Bangladeshi regime of her aunt, Sheikh Hasina. Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has urged the UK to probe Siddiq's properties, alleging they were acquired through corrupt practices and should be returned to Bangladesh if found unlawfully obtained. Siddiq has been linked to various London properties, some associated with offshore entities named in the Panama Papers, prompting scrutiny from political opponents and public figures. She denies any wrongdoing, asserting that her ownership of these properties is legitimate and not tied to Awami League support. The UK’s National Crime Agency has expressed willingness to assist Bangladesh in recovering misappropriated assets, while HMRC is urged to ensure all taxes related to the properties have been paid. The situation raises serious concerns regarding corruption and accountability within the UK government.