THE Scottish National Party has accused an “out of touch” Labour of imposing an “austerity for thee and not me” as Cabinet ministers enjoy £800,000 in donations, hospitality and freebies this year while cutting public spending.

As Labour members descend upon Liverpool for the party’s first conference in power in 15 years, ministers are being rocked by allegations of cronyism as rich donors and corporations have not only paid for a new wardrobe for the Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and his wife, but given substantial freebies to his cabinet colleagues.

Data from the MPs’ register of interests show Labour Cabinet ministers enjoyed £753,017 in donations and £90,853 in gifts since the beginning of the year.