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MP charged over sex assaults at London's Groucho Club

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MP Patrick Spencer of Central Suffolk and North Ipswich has been charged with two counts of sexual assault related to incidents at London's Groucho Club in August 2023, before he assumed office. Spencer, who will appear in Westminster Magistrates' Court on 16 June 2025, was elected as a Conservative MP in July 2024. His legal representation asserts his innocence and plans to challenge the charges in court. The Conservative Party has suspended his membership and withdrawn the whip, emphasizing the importance of integrity in politics. Frank Ferguson from the Crown Prosecution Service stated that charges followed a thorough review of evidence provided by the Metropolitan Police.

Spencer previously worked in finance and at the Department for Education before entering Parliament. New guidelines allow for the exclusion of MPs arrested for serious offenses, underscoring the gravity of the situation. Spencer's case highlights ongoing discussions about accountability and moral standards in political conduct.

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