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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Rich Booth

‘No evidence of wrongdoing found’ after minister’s text exchange

British Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office Nick Thomas-Symonds - (Reuters)

The Government’s ethics team has found no evidence of misconduct by a Cabinet Office minister reportedly accused of sending inappropriate messages.

Paymaster General Nick Thomas-Symonds was subject to an inquiry by the Propriety and Ethics Team (Pet) regarding a claim, which reportedly involved texts allegedly sent to a female MP. While Mr Thomas-Symonds was reminded of his ministerial duties, sources clarified this was standard practice and not indicative of any wrongdoing.

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