TORY MP Crispin Blunt has been arrested on suspicion of rape and the possession of controlled substances.

Surrey Police said that a man had been detained on Wednesday morning before being released on conditional bail while officers continue investigating.

Posting on X (formerly Twitter), Mr Blunt admitted having been arrested “in connection with an allegation of rape,” adding that he remained “ready to co-operate fully with the investigation that I am confident will end without charge.” He did not mention drugs.