A FORMER Labour MEP for Hertfordshire who was embroiled in a row over a willingness to assist in changing the law for cash will not be subjected to a criminal investigation. Peter Truscott, 49, who lived in Welwyn in the 90s, represented the county in the
A FORMER Labour MEP for Hertfordshire who was embroiled in a row over a willingness to assist in changing the law for cash will not be subjected to a criminal investigation.
Peter Truscott, 49, who lived in Welwyn in the 90s, represented the county in the European Parliament from 1994 to 1999.
Claims in the Sunday Times newspaper put Lord Truscott at the centre of allegations that, together with three other Labour peers, he offered to help make amendments to legislation in return for thousands of pounds in fees.
A spokesman for Metropolitan Police said yesterday (Wednesday) they had met Baroness Royall of Blaisdon, leader of the House of Lords, to discuss the allegations.
He added: "We will not undertake a criminal inquiry into any of the allegations raised.
"Should any further evidence or information come to light then clearly we will be under a duty to review this decision."
Lord Truscott had denied any wrong-doing.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here