A Liberal Democrat MP has had the whip suspended pending the outcome of a police investigation, a party spokesperson said.
Arrest and Suspension
Cameron Thomas was arrested by Gloucestershire Police on Wednesday night, it is understood. His office has been contacted for comment. A Lib Dem spokesperson said the party was “unable to comment further” while an “investigation is ongoing”.
Mr Thomas’ party membership is also understood to have been suspended. The former RAF officer has served as MP for Tewkesbury since the 2024 general election.
Background
The Liberal Democrats have not provided additional details about the nature of the investigation. The party’s statement emphasized that no further comments would be made at this stage.
Thomas, who won his seat in the last general election, has not publicly addressed the arrest or suspension.
