Peter Bone: Tory MP facing suspension after bullying probe

Parliament's behaviour watchdog has recommended Tory MP Peter Bone be suspended for six weeks for bullying and sexual misconduct.

It follows a complaint made to the body in October 2021 by a former member of his Westminster office, over alleged behaviour in 2012 and 2013.

The suspension will have to be voted on by the House of Commons to be approved.

It would trigger a recall petition that could potentially lead to a by-election in Mr Bone's Wellingborough seat.

In a statement after the watchdog released its ruling, Mr Bone said the allegations were "false and untrue" and "without foundation".