UK Lib Dem MP Arrested for Assault and Coercion
Cameron Thomas is a UK Member of Parliament for Tewkesbury. Police arrested him on Wednesday on suspicion of assault and coercive behaviour.
He is 43 years old and a former military officer. Gloucestershire police interviewed him and then released him on bail.
The Liberal Democrats suspended his party membership during the investigation. His access to parliament was also temporarily removed. Thomas has been the MP for Tewkesbury since the 2024 general election.
Klear Note — MPs are elected lawmakers in the UK parliament. Party suspension means he cannot attend party meetings during investigation.
Key Terms 4
- Bail Released from custody while investigation continues under conditions
- Coercive behaviour Controlling or forcing someone through threats or pressure
- Whip suspended MP loses official party support and voting guidance in parliament
- Tewkesbury A town in Gloucestershire, England