Williamson comments: Independent Cabinet Office investigation needed now

The Liberal Democrats have demanded an immediate independent Cabinet Office inquiry into remarks made by Gavin Williamson, in which he told a senior civil servant to “slit his throat.”

It comes after Number 10 confirmed today Rishi Sunak has full confidence in Gavin Williamson.

The Liberal Democrats said a full and independent inquiry must be carried out immediately by the Cabinet Office Propriety and Ethics team, and the findings must be made public.

Liberal Democrat Cabinet Office Spokesperson Christine Jardine said:

“The Conservatives must not be allowed to mark their own homework. We need an independent inquiry now to address these damning allegations about Gavin Williamson’s conduct.

“Anything less would be an abdication of leadership from Number 10, and make a mockery of Sunak’s promise to govern with integrity.

“The findings must be made public - if the Conservatives have nothing to hide, they have nothing to fear.”

“Every day this scandal drags on means more endless infighting while the Conservatives fail to tackle the pressing issues facing the country.”

ENDS