Andrew Gwynne Faces Parliamentary Investigation Over Offensive WhatsApp Messages

The former Labour minister was sacked and suspended from the party after leaked messages prompted accusations of misconduct and reputational harm.

Andrew Gwynne, MP for Gorton and Denton, is under investigation by the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards for actions deemed damaging to the reputation of the House of Commons.
The investigation follows leaked WhatsApp messages in which Gwynne reportedly made offensive comments, including wishing for the death of a pensioner and making derogatory remarks about a priest.
Gwynne was sacked as a health minister and suspended from the Labour Party earlier this month, now serving as an independent MP.
A second Labour MP, Oliver Ryan, and multiple Greater Manchester councillors involved in the same WhatsApp group have also been suspended for their participation and comments.
Labour leader Keir Starmer has emphasized his commitment to upholding high standards of conduct, stating that swift action will be taken against any breaches of party rules.