Daisy Goodwin says women contacted her with ‘interesting stories’ after Korski accusations
The Tory London mayoral candidate who allegedly groped a TV producer has pulled out of the contest.
Screenwriter and novelist Daisy Goodwin claims that Daniel Korski groped her breast after a meeting at Downing Street more than a decade ago.
Ms Goodwin has filed a formal complaint against Mr Korski and said she has “been contacted by other women with some very interesting stories”. Mr Korski has “categorically” denied Ms Goodwin’s claims.
In a statement, Mr Korski said: “I have decided, with a heavy heart, to withdraw from the Conservative mayoral contest.
“I categorically deny the allegation against me. Nothing was ever put to me formally ten years ago. Nor seven years ago when the allegation was alluded to. No investigation has ever taken place. I have been clear I would welcome and constructively participate in any investigation.
“However, the pressure on my family because of this false and unproven allegation, and the inability to get a hearing for my message of ‘The London Dream’, makes it impossible for my campaign to carry on.”
In reponse to the announcement, Ms Goodwin said is “glad” that Mr Korski has withdrawn from the race to be the Tory candidate for the London mayoralty.
