Overview

• Dan Norris, Labour MP for North East Somerset and Hanham, was arrested on April 4, 2025, on suspicion of rape, child sex offences, child abduction, and misconduct in public office.
• The allegations include non-recent offences from the 2000s and a rape allegation from the 2020s, referred to Avon and Somerset Police in December 2024.
• Labour has suspended Norris and removed the party whip, while he has also stepped down as chairman of the League Against Cruel Sports.
• The investigation, led by Operation Bluestone, a specialist rape and sexual assault unit, is ongoing, with police urging the public to avoid speculation.
• Authorities have confirmed that the victim is receiving specialist support as part of the investigation.