Mark Spencer Cleared Over Muslim Firing Claims
UK government minister Mark Spencer will face no further action after being investigated over allegations he told Tory MP Nusrat Ghani she was sacked because of her Muslim faith.
Ethics Adviser Finds ‘Shortcomings’ but No Wrongdoing
Sir Laurie Magnus, the Prime Minister’s ethics adviser, spotted some failings in Spencer’s conduct toward Ghani. However, the probe found no proof that Spencer made negative comments about her religion or that her faith played any role in cabinet reshuffle talks.
Ghani Reacts to Report
Nusrat Ghani responded to the findings, stating the report “notes omissions, shortcomings, inaccurate briefings and claims implied without evidence.”
The controversy first erupted after Ghani claimed she was ousted in February 2020 due to her Muslim background, sparking a political storm. The latest report clears Spencer but highlights the complicated nature of the episode.
