MP to face investigation over claim he asked secretary to buy sex toys
The Wyre Forest MP Mark Garnier will be investigated by the Cabinet Office.
MP to face investigation over claim he asked secretary to buy sex toys
Speaking on ITV's Peston on Sunday the Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt said that his cabinet colleague, the MP for Wyre Forest, will be investigated to determine whether he broke ministerial rules.
The claims against Mr Garnier were reported by the Mail on Sunday. The report quoted the 53-year-old as saying he did not deny the claims.
However, Mr Hunt suggested the minister may not have broken the ministerial code.
ITV News Central has tried to contact Mr Garnier to discuss the claims.
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