A Cumbrian MP has had the Labour whip restored today.
Markus Campbell-Savours, who represents Penrith & Solway, was suspended from the party in December.
He was suspended after voting against the party’s plan to tax inherited farmland worth over £1 million.
Since then, he sat as an independent MP.
The Government’s Chief Whip Jonathan Reynolds restored the Labour whip today, Friday March 6.
Mr Campbell-Savours said: “It’s about time.
“Farmers were told the Government wouldn’t introduce inheritance tax on farms and I objected to them breaking this promise.
“Whilst I am relieved to have the Labour whip back, I am more relieved the Government delivered a major U-turn before Christmas.
“One I know will make a significant difference to many farming families in Cumbria.
“Having the whip removed is not a pleasant experience and while I have no desire to make a habit of it, I will always do what I can to look after our people in Cumbria.”
