Davey remains Lib Dem leader after marathon meeting with MPs

Sir Ed Davey speaking during the Liberal Democrat Party conference (Stefan Rousseau/PA) - (PA Wire)

Sir Ed Davey has seen off a potential challenge to his leadership of the Liberal Democrats after a reported attempt to topple him failed to materialise on Tuesday evening.

Lib Dem MP Charlie Maynard quit his frontbench role last week, with reports suggesting the move was intended to trigger a vote of confidence in Sir Ed’s leadership.