Angela Rayner Reflects on Mistakenly Opening Keir Starmer's Treasured Whisky

The Deputy Prime Minister shared the story of the mishap and discussed her evolving relationship with the Prime Minister in a wide-ranging interview.

Angela Rayner revealed she mistakenly opened a bottle of whisky gifted to Prime Minister Keir Starmer by a late friend, a bottle he intended to keep sealed.
Rayner described the incident as 'mortifying,' but Starmer reassured her that his late friend would have appreciated her enjoying it.
In the interview, Rayner highlighted her deepening bond with Starmer, noting their shared experiences of isolation in high political office.
Rayner also addressed class-based criticism and online abuse she faces, emphasizing the persistence of classism in politics and society.
She discussed her personal journey from a challenging upbringing to a prominent political role, underscoring her commitment to delivering meaningful change for working-class communities.