Keith Vaz resigns as chairman of Select Committee following escort allegations
Leicester East MP Keith Vaz has stepped down as the chairman of the Home Affairs committee following allegations over paying for escorts.
People need confidence in MPs, says May amid Keith Vaz allegations
People must be able to have "confidence" in their politicians, Theresa May has said in response to the allegations surrounding Keith Vaz.
The Prime Minister said MPs have a duty to their constituents but stressed that decisions on his future were a matter for Mr Vaz.
She said:
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Corbyn: Labour NEC will discuss Vaz's future next week
Labour leader said Keith Vaz's position on the party's main policy-making body will be discussed following allegations around male escorts.
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Keith Vaz resigns following male escorts scandal
He said: "I told the Committee today of my decision to stand aside immediately from Committee business, and my intention to resign."