BREAKING: Labour investigation into Diane Abbott concludes
Abbott readmitted as Labour MP, but future is uncertain
Investigation completed in December 2023, BBC Newsnight reveals
Diane Abbott, the former Shadow Home Secretary, has been readmitted as a Labour MP following the conclusion of an investigation into comments she made on racism. The inquiry was completed in December 2023, BBC Newsnight can reveal.
It is unclear whether Abbott will stand for the party at the next general election. The Labour Party has declined to comment on her future, and Abbott has not yet made any public statements.
Abbott was suspended from the Labour Party in April 2022 after she wrote a letter to a constituent in which she defended her record on racism. In the letter, she said that she had "never tolerated racism in any form" and that she had "always been a vocal critic of racism and racist policies."
However, some Labour MPs and members criticized Abbott's comments, arguing that they did not reflect the party's commitment to anti-racism. The Labour Party launched an investigation into Abbott's conduct, which was led by Rebecca Long-Bailey, the party's Shadow Education Secretary.
The results of the investigation have not been made public, but it is believed that Abbott has been cleared of any wrongdoing. However, it is possible that the investigation may have recommended some form of disciplinary action against Abbott.
Abbott's readmission to the Labour Party is a significant development, and it will be closely watched by those who are interested in the party's future. It is unclear whether Abbott will stand for the party at the next general election, but her return to the Labour fold will undoubtedly add to the debate about the party's direction.
In the meantime, Abbott's suspension will continue to have a significant impact on the Labour Party. The party is currently in the midst of a leadership contest, and Abbott's absence from the race has been seen as a major blow to the left wing of the party.
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