Local MP has whip withdrawn over allegations of misconduct

David Warburton denies the claims.

David Warburton
Author: Iona Stewart-RichardsonPublished 3rd Apr 2022
Last updated 3rd Apr 2022

The Conservative MP for Frome and Somerton has had his party whip withdrawn over allegations about his conduct.

Parliament's Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme will look into David Warburton's behaviour.

Reports allege Mr Warburton, who has been in Parliament since 2015, sexually assaulted three women and has been pictured with cocaine.

It's reported the MP also took undisclosed loan from a Russian businessman - he reportedly denies the allegations.

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