MP Cameron Thomas suspended amid police investigation

A Liberal Democrat MP has had the whip suspended pending the outcome of a police investigation, a party spokesperson said.

It is understood that Tewkesbury MP Cameron Thomas was arrested by Gloucestershire Police on Wednesday.

A Liberal Democrat spokesperson said they could not comment further while the police investigation is ongoing.

Gloucestershire Police and Thomas have been approached for comment.

A party spokesperson said: "Cameron Thomas MP has had the party whip suspended pending the outcome of a police investigation.

"We are unable to comment further while the police investigation is ongoing."

The former RAF officer has served as MP for Tewkesbury since the 2024 general election.