Labour MPs urge ethics inquiry into Attorney General Hermer

Labour MPs are calling for an investigation into Attorney General Lord Hermer over concerns of potential conflicts of interest, following his refusal to disclose payments received since taking office. This lack of transparency breaks with the conventions of his predecessors, raising questions about whether he has recused himself from cases involving former clients, including prominent political figures. Criticism has mounted within the Labour party, with MPs emphasizing the necessity for financial interests to be declared by all levels of government officials, labeling Hermer's behavior as an 'aberration.' Senior Labour figures, including Graham Stringer, have urged the Prime Minister’s independent ethics adviser to intervene, citing significant concerns over perceived breaches of the Ministerial Code. Allies of Hermer maintain that he has adhered to the less stringent declaration standards of the House of Lords, despite growing scrutiny from within his party. The situation reflects a broader discontent regarding Hermer's political acumen, as some party members feel he is not effectively supporting the government's objectives.