Police launch probe into lockdown ‘celebration’ allegedly held by Partygate inquisitor

The Metropolitan Police have opened an investigation into an alleged lock-down breaching celebration claimed to have been held by Partygate inquisitor Bernard Jenkin. 

In an announcement, the power stated: “The Met and Thames Valley Police have assessed new material in relation to potential breaches of Covid Regulations in 2020 and 2021.

“The Met might be opening one investigation and re-opening a earlier investigation.”

It added: “Following evaluation of fabric referring to a gathering in Parliament, the Met is opening an investigation into potential breaches of the Regulations at an occasion on 8 December 2020.”

The police have additionally reopened an investigation into an occasion that was held at Matthew Parker Street on 14 December 2020.

Sir Bernard was one of many inquisitors on the Privileges Committee, investigating whether or not or not former Prime Minister Boris Johnson misled Parliament over Partygate. 

Earlier this week, MP Virginia Crosbie apologised for attending an occasion in Parliament whereas Covid restrictions have been nonetheless in place in December 2020.

Mr Johnson lashed out on the Privileges Committee forward of its damning report into his conduct, accusing Sir Bernard of “monstrous hypocrisy” for allegedly attending the occasion together with his spouse.

In an announcement, Ms Crobsie has stated: “The invitation for this event was not sent out by me. I attended the event briefly, I did not drink and I did not celebrate my birthday. I went home shortly after to be with my family.

“I apologise unreservedly for a momentary error of judgment in attending the event.”

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