Politics · 18 July 2026

MP Patrick Spencer found not guilty of sexual assault

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Patrick Spencer, a Conservative MP, was cleared of sexually assaulting two women at London's Groucho Club in August 2023. He had been accused of touching their breasts, but denied two counts of sexual assault during his trial at Southwark Crown Court. The Conservative Party has now restored the whip to Spencer, lifting his suspension.

By BriefTea Editorial · 18 July 2026 at 9:42

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