Overview

• Dale announced his withdrawal two days after quitting his job as an LBC presenter to run for Parliament.
• The podcast comments, made two years ago, were highlighted by the Liberal Democrats.
• Dale admitted the remarks about Tunbridge Wells were part of banter with co-host Jacqui Smith.
• He expressed concern that other past comments could also be used against him in the campaign.
• Dale decided to avoid causing potential damage to the Conservative Party by stepping down.