The Metropolitan Police has confirmed it will continue to review an historical allegation of rape against former Home Secretary Lord Brittan, despite the peer's death aged 75.
The Conservative peer died at his London home following a long battle with cancer, his family said.
He was recently caught up in a row over allegations that he failed to act on evidence of child abuse by senior figures in Westminster in the 1980s.
Conservative Party MP Sir Peter Bottomley has said that he is sure that any accusations surrounding Lord Brittan will be proved false.
Speaking to ITV News, he said: "Too many people have gone around smearing good people."
Sir Peter Bottomley, a fellow former Conservative minister, also said that Lord Brittan's dedication to public service had been "an inspiration".
"He showed that intelligence and commitment could be of value to the country," said Sir Peter.
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