Julian Knight announces his intention to stand for the Solihull West and Shirley seat.

The former Conservative strongly denied allegations of sexual assault made against him.

Scotland Yard refer an allegation of serious sexual assault by Julian Knight to Essex Police.

Julian Knight strongly denies any wrongdoing, after police dropped an investigation into him.

It comes after the Met police drop an investigation into Mr Knight after receiving allegations of sexual assault.

Julian Knight, who was suspended as a Tory MP over the case, had always denied the allegations.

Julian Knight was suspended as a Tory MP after a report to police involving allegations of sexual assault.

Julian Knight suspended as Conservative MP after complaint made to Metropolitan Police, party spokeswoman says