William Wragg Resigns As Party Whip Amid Claims Of A Westminster “Honeytrap” Scandal

Conservative MP William Wragg has resigned from his influential role as party whip. Claiming he was the target of a “honeytrap” attempt to compromise him. The backbencher MP for Hazel Grove in Greater Manchester said he had received reports that several male MPs had faced similar “honeytrap” set-ups. Which he claimed raised “wider issues” about conduct in Parliament.

In a statement, William Wragg said the “pains me to have to resign the whip” . But he felt he had “no choice” after his concerns about the alleged honeytrap incidents were not properly addressed. He said he had informed the chief whip about the claims but was “disappointed” that no action had been taken. Wragg claimed there was a “lack of recognition” about the seriousness of such allegations. Which could have compromised both himself and Parliament.

What Are The Allegations Against William Wragg?

While William Wragg did not provide specifics about the alleged honeytrap attempt targeting himself. He referred to reports from other male MPs of similar incidents. It is believed such “honeytraps” involved the MPs being compromised by an intimate relationship with someone and then potentially blackmailed or used to exert improper influence over them later on. However, no evidence has been presented and no formal complaints have been made over any incidents directly concerning William Wragg.

The resignation of William Wragg, a vocal critic of Boris Johnson, from his influential party role adds further instability for the Prime Minister as he faces ongoing questions over his leadership. William Wragg said the issues around conduct in Westminster must be addressed as “we all remain in public life at the pleasure of our constituents” who expect the highest standards of behaviour.