Trade minister Conor Burns sacked after misconduct claim

[Nick]

Anyone have any idea what he's supposed to have done?

[papasmurf]

Just what is the problem with Tory MPs?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63177669

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Trade minister Conor Burns has been sacked from the government after a complaint of serious misconduct.
Mr Burns, 50, has also had the Tory whip removed while allegations of inappropriate behaviour during the party conference are investigated.

Downing Street said the prime minister "took direct action on being informed of this allegation".

Mr Burns said: "I will fully cooperate with the Party's enquiry and look forward to clearing my name."

In a string of tweets Mr Burns said he was not given any information about the complaint, "nor was I asked to provide any information".

He said: "I hope the party will be as quick to conduct their enquiry as they were to rush to judgement".

No 10 said: "Following a complaint of serious misconduct, the Prime Minister has asked Conor Burns MP to leave the Government with immediate effect.
"The Prime Minister took direct action on being informed of this allegation and is clear that all ministers should maintain the high standards of behaviour - a