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Conservative MP Patrick Spencer Acquitted, Whip Restored

7/18/2026

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Conservative MP Patrick Spencer was found not guilty of sexual assault by a jury at Southwark Crown Court in London.
Spencer broke down in tears as the jury delivered the verdict.
The Conservative Party restored his whip after the verdict, ending his suspension.
Spencer said he will return to work representing his constituents after the trial.

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Conservative MP Patrick Spencer was found not guilty of sexual assault by a jury at Southwark Crown Court in London.
Spencer broke down in tears as the jury delivered the verdict.
The Conservative Party restored his whip after the verdict, ending his suspension.
Spencer said he will return to work representing his constituents after the trial.