Three Conservative cabinet ministers referred to watchdog on sexual misconduct allegations – report | Political news
Three Conservative cabinet ministers are said to be facing sexual misconduct allegations after being reported to a parliamentary watchdog.
According to The Sunday Times, two Labor cabinet ministers have also been referred to the Independent Grievance and Complaints Body (ICGS), which handles complaints against MPs.
A total of 56 MPs are said to have been reported to ICGS – and allegations range from making sexually inappropriate comments to allegations that one MP “bribes a staff member”. in exchange for sexual favors”.
Downing Street and Labor said they could not comment
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ICGS was established in 2018 and operates a hotline that allows people working in Westminster – including staff of MPs to make complaints or seek advice.
Last year, the organization’s annual report said its service was also used by people who said they were members of parliament.
Allegations submitted to ICGS are private and confidential, meaning political parties must not provide information about who has been reported.
The FDA, a coalition that represents public servants, has warned more needs to be done to prevent harassment in Congress – and while complaint procedures have improved, “the balance of rights There is no fundamental force between MPs and the staff they employ.
Secretary-General Dave Penman said: “Congressional authorities need to address the underlying causes of bullying and harassment, rather than relying solely on an enforcement mechanism that protects only those who feel there is a need for it. complainable.”
A government spokesman said: “We take all allegations of this nature extremely seriously and would encourage anyone with any allegations to report them to the relevant authorities. mandarin.”
Downing Street and Labor said they were unable to comment.
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