Trade minister sacked over misconduct allegations
Conor Burns has been sacked as trade minister after a complaint was made against him, Downing Street has said. A No 10 spokesperson said:
Following a complaint of serious misconduct, the prime minister has asked Conor Burns MP to leave the government with immediate effect.
The prime minister took direct action on being informed of this allegation and is clear that all ministers should maintain the high standards of behaviour – as the public…