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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Sam Blewett

Minister backs Tory Neil Parish to carry on as MP during pornography inquiry

PA Media

The Tory MP under investigation for allegedly watching pornography in the Commons chamber has been backed by the safeguarding minister over his refusal to stand down immediately.

Rachel Maclean suggested on Saturday the “appropriate measures will be put in place” to protect Neil Parish’s constituents, after he vowed to continue with his duties while inquiries are ongoing.

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