Damian Green accused of ‘dirty tricks’ over leaked text messages

Damian Green was accused of a new “dirty tricks” campaign last night after text messages he exchanged with the woman who accused him of sexual misconduct were leaked to the media. The former first secretary of state is at the … Continue reading →

‘No 10 knew’ of Damian Green claims in 2016, claims Kate Maltby

Kate Maltby, who claims Damian Green made inappropriate advances to her, says she told a senior Downing Street aide about his behaviour in 2016. The MP, who denies the claims, was sacked from the cabinet on Wednesday. This came after … Continue reading →

Damian Green: Vendetta or architect of his own downfall?

Allies of Damian Green are said to regard his dismissal as the culmination of a nine-year vendetta by police, orchestrated by Bob Quick, the former Metropolitan Police assistant commissioner. Mr Quick oversaw a controversial investigation in 2008 into leaks from … Continue reading →

Damian Green sacked from cabinet after breaching ministerial code

Damian Green, one of Theresa May’s closest allies, has been sacked from the cabinet after an inquiry found he had breached the ministerial code. He was “asked for quit” after he was found to have made “inaccurate and misleading” statements … Continue reading →

New powers for watchdog in crackdown on Westminster sleaze

MPs accused of sexual misconduct face further scrutiny as the parliamentary watchdog is given new powers, senior Commons figures will announce. The role of Kathryn Hudson, the parliamentary standards commissioner, will be expanded after cross-party talks led by Andrea Leadsom … Continue reading →

Damian Green may face second sex inquiry

Damian Green faces the prospect of a second inquiry into claims of sexual misconduct at Westminster. Alleged victims of Theresa May’s closest ally have been urged to contact Kathryn Hudson, the parliamentary commissioner for standards, who is expected to be … Continue reading →

Damian Green inquiry to examine influence of Daily Mail article

Damian Green inquiry to examine influence of Daily Mail article Cabinet Office investigation will include potential influence by Green or allies into article by Mail’s Andrew Pierce about accuser Kate Maltby The Cabinet Office inquiry into the conduct of Damian … Continue reading →

Theresa May to decide Damian Green’s fate within days

Theresa May is expected to take a decision on Damian Green’s future this week as the cabinet inquiry into his conduct concludes. The prime minister will have to make a judgment about two issues of fact on which the investigation … Continue reading →

Ex-police officer demands Damian Green retracts ‘lie’ claim

A former senior police officer has demanded cabinet minister Damian Green publicly retracts a claim that he lied about pornography being found on a computer in the MP’s office in 2008. Bob Quick said he would consider legal action against … Continue reading →

Damian Green urged to quit over porn

Damian Green urged to quit over porn The PM’s aides want her deputy to resign to spare her having to sack her oldest ally over computer and sex pest allegations Theresa May’s senior aides want Damian Green to quit to … Continue reading →