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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Aletha Adu Political correspondent

MPs facing sexual assault claims could be banned from parliament

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A Commons spokesperson said bullying amd sexual harassment have no place in parliament. Photograph: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

MPs suspected of sexual misconduct could be banned from the parliamentary estate by a panel of MPs, under plans considered by officials, it has been reported.

Campaigners have been calling for the introduction of formal bans after Imran Ahmad Khan attended parliament while he was awaiting trial for sexual assault, despite telling Tory officials he would stay away.

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