Daily Briefing Sunday 25th October

Meghan Markle's recent correspondence with her father, Thomas Markle, reveals her firm stance on their estranged relationship, stating he would never see his grandchildren, Archie and Lilibet. The Duchess accuses her father of posing a risk to children and claims this letter is the last communication he will receive from her. Thomas Markle has denied allegations regarding inappropriate images, while the Metropolitan Police faces scrutiny for not informing other authorities about a related letter sent to Meghan in 2019, raising concerns about the handling of sensitive matters involving high-profile individuals.

In political news, Nigel Farage criticizes Andy Burnham's remarks on potentially re-adopting EU freedom of movement rules, labeling it a betrayal of Brexit. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expresses a desire for an honest discussion about the implications of Brexit, emphasizing the need for a pragmatic approach to address the challenges faced by British businesses. Meanwhile, the SNP is under fire for retaining hundreds of public sector workers in Scotland whose positions no longer exist, costing taxpayers at least £27 million annually.

Additionally, HM Revenue and Customs has begun sending letters to wealthy individuals requesting detailed information about their financial holdings, a move described by experts as intrusive and indicative of a significant shift in HMRC's operational approach. This initiative targets those with personal assets exceeding £2 million or incomes over £200,000 in recent years, prompting questions about the extent of the inquiry and its implications for wealth management practices.

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