Independent investigation finds 'credible evidence' against Great Yarmouth MP Rupert Lowe

Following her investigation into complaints against Reform UK MP Rupert Lowe, Jacqueline Perry KC said there was "veracity in the complaints from both women which amounts (to) 'credible evidence' - to use Mr Lowe's own words".

The 67-year-old had the Reform UK whip suspended earlier in the month - over accusations of 'serious bullying'.

Mr Lowe was reported to the police after further claims of threatening violence against the party's chairman.

She added that the complaints of "victimisation, constant criticisms (and) discriminatory behaviour do seem to amount to harassment on the part of both Mr Lowe and his constituency team".

Ms Perry went on to say Mr Lowe "seems to have failed or been unwilling to address the very real concerns" of the two complainants, or "address the toxic conduct" of male members of his staff.

She added: "The 'failures' on the part of the women that have been highlighted by Mr Lowe and resulted in disciplinary procedures being taken against them seem flimsy in the extreme and would have been unlikely, in my opinion, to have warranted disciplinary action, much less dismissal.

"They have the appearance of a defensive stance taken once the complaints had been made as the timings support."

Mr Lowe denies all allegations against him.

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