By-election looms for Tories as MP suspended for bullying and sexual misconduct

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Another by-election for Rishi Sunak to defend is looming after MP Peter Bone was suspended for six weeks for bullying and sexual misconduct against a staff member.The House of Commons on Wednesday approved the sanction against the MP for Wellingborough, who is sitting as an independent after losing the Conservative whip.A recall petition will be arranged which will trigger a by-election if signed by 10% of voters in the Northamptonshire constituency.Mr Bone has held the seat for the Conservatives since 2005 and retained it at the last general election with a majority of 18,540.That is smaller than the majorities the Tories had held in both Tamworth and Mid Bedfordshire in 2019, and they both fell to Labour in by-elections last week.Mr Bone was found to have "committed many varied acts of bullying and one act of sexual misconduct" against a staff member in 2012 and 2013.The MP said the allegations were "false and untrue" and "without foundation" last week, but he was kicked out of the Tory parliamentary party the next day.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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