The Latest Breaking News from Wendy Morton

Some of the worst moments of the Conservative politician, who has resigned from cabinet after allegations over his conduct

Former defence and education secretary had been brought back to government last month by Rishi Sunak

The civil servant who alleges Gavin Williamson told them to “slit your throat” has made a formal complaint to parliament’s bullying watchdog.

Anne Milton, who was Sir Gavin’s deputy in the whips’ office, accused him of threatening behaviour.

Resignation letter concedes claims about his conduct had become a ‘distraction’ but Williamson vows to clear his name

Minister’s behaviour as chief whip described as ‘threatening’ and ‘intimidating’

Labour’s shadow home secretary Yvette Cooper suggested Rishi Sunak had done “grubby political deals” in the cases of both Suella Braverman and Sir Gavin Williamson. The Prime Minister reappointed Ms Braverman as Home Secretary just six days after she was forced to quit over a security breach. He also handed…

No 10 said Prime Minister Rishi Sunak still has confidence in the embattled minister.

Downing Street said new claims Gavin Williamson told a civil servant to 'slit your throat' and 'jump out of the window' were 'serious' and talks are now under way about whether the Cabinet Office should investigate

Known as a plotter and political schemer, Sir Gavin Williamson's return to the Cabinet last month as a minister 'without portfolio' caused ripples in Westminster

Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride said there was an 'independent' inquiry into Mr Williamson's sweary WhatsApp messages to ex-Chief Whip Wendy Morton amid reports the matter has been escalated to Parliament's watchdog