Scott Benton10 May 2024Watchdog rejects MP's lobbying scandal complaintA press regulator has said The Times investigation had a "clear public interest".10 May 202426 Mar 2024Blackpool South by-election to take place in MayIt comes after Ex-Tory MP Scott Benton stood down rather than face a recall petition.26 Mar 202425 Mar 2024Former Tory MP resigns triggering new by-electionThe Blackpool South MP was facing a local vote to remove him, following a Commons suspension.25 Mar 202428 Feb 2024Lobbying scandal MP recall petition date announcedVoters in Blackpool South can support the recall petition for MP Scott Benton from Tuesday 12 March.28 Feb 202427 Feb 2024Lobbying scandal MP recall petition triggeredThe Commons vote paves the way for a by-election in MP Scott Benton's Blackpool South constituency.27 Feb 202420 Feb 2024Lobbying scandal MP loses suspension appealThe decision could pave the way for a by-election in MP Scott Benton's Blackpool South constituency.20 Feb 20247 Feb 2024Fears rundown building could collapseA councillor said the Blackpool "eyesore" showed why town needed investment. 7 Feb 202415 Dec 2023Lobbying sting MP plans to challenge suspensionScott Benton says an inquiry which found he breached standards rules was not fair or transparent.15 Dec 202314 Dec 2023Potential by-election as MP faces suspensionScott Benton committed a "very serious breach" of parliamentary rules, standards watchdog finds.14 Dec 2023...
