MP William Wragg Quits Tory Whip Over Phone Number Leak Scandal
William Wragg, the Conservative MP for Hazel Grove, has sensationally resigned from the Tory whip. The move follows his admission that he shared fellow MPs’ personal phone numbers with someone he met on a dating app.
Wragg to Sit as Independent Amid Fallout
Wragg will now sit as an independent in the House of Commons, having also stepped down from the powerful 1922 backbench committee and the Public Administration Committee. His exit has sent shockwaves through political circles, raising questions about his future and the Conservative Party’s stability.
Honeytrap Plot Behind Leak, MP Claims
The scandal emerged after Wragg told The Times he was targeted in a Westminster honeytrap. He said he was chatting to a stranger on a dating app when asked to hand over colleagues’ phone numbers. “They had compromising information on me,” Wragg admitted. “They wouldn’t leave me alone. In a moment of weakness, I provided them with some numbers—but not all.”
Wragg Apologises, Investigation Underway
Wragg expressed deep regret in a statement: “I am mortified by my actions and I deeply regret any harm they may have caused. My lapse in judgment has consequences, and I apologise sincerely.”
Authorities have confirmed they are actively investigating the incident. Meanwhile, the Tory Party faces criticism over how it’s handling the mess. Wragg’s departure threatens to further upset the delicate power balance in Parliament.
