Nadhim Zahawi was sacked as Tory party chairman after an ethics inquiry found he breached the ministerial code over his tax affairs. But questions will be asked of Rishi Sunak's decision making. Was he decisive and swift enough with his actions?
Ministers will emphasise the pace at which this investigation into Nadhim Zahawi was carried out and the speed Rishi Sunak reacted to that and sacked his chairman.Firstly, did Rishi Sunak look hard enough into allegations aroundStories about the now ex-chairman's business background have swirled around Westminster for months.
Secondly, should Rishi Sunak have acted more quickly in commissioning the ethics adviser inquiry after more specific concerns were raised in the last fortnight? Thirdly, should Rishi Sunak have sacked Nadhim Zahawi straight away rather than waiting for the ethics adviser's report?
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