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SNP demand details of MP probe to be released as she is readmitted to Labour
['Rachel Keenan', 'Press Association Scotland Politics Reporter']
Irish News
Joani Reid has been readmitted into the Labour PartyThe SNP has called for details of an investigation into Joani Reid “in the interests of national security”, as she is readmitted to the Labour party.
The Labour MP for East Kilbride and Strathaven was suspended from the party while an internal investigation took place after her husband was arrested on suspicion of spying for China.
pic.twitter.com/YyxwjngTAK — Joani Reid MP (@JoaniReid) July 30, 2026Her husband, David Taylor, was arrested along with two other men.
A Labour Party Spokesperson said: “The Labour Party expects the highest standards from our elected representatives and party members.
“Following a process conducted under Labour Party rules and approved by the independent review board, Diane Abbott and Joani Reid have been readmitted to the Labour Party and have had the Labour whip restored in the House of Commons.”