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Margaret Hodge's Past Undermines Criticism of Others

2/22/2026

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  • Margaret Hodge, chair of the Commons Public Accounts Committee, faces criticism that her history undermines her credibility.
  • Critics point to her inaction on child abuse allegations during her tenure as leader of Islington Council.
  • They note she was forced to pay damages for her past actions.
  • They say she continues to condemn others for oversight failures, notably targeting Rona Fairhead over HSBC's tax evasion.