Gavin Williamson has resigned as Minister of State without Portfolio saying the allegations against him were “becoming a distraction for the good work this government is doing”.
Fresh allegations about Williamson’s behaviour add to pressure on Sunak as the outgoing minister faces a series of inquiries into his conduct as fresh allegations emerged about his “unethical and immoral” behaviour, the PA news agency has reported.
No 10 has confirmed that a fact-finding exercise will be carried out. following claims that Cabinet Office minister Sir Gavin told a senior civil servant to “slit your throat”.
