Deputy PM Dominic Raab has asked Rishi Sunak for an independent investigation into two formal bullying complaints made against him
The deputy prime minister is appearing at Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday in place of PM Rishi Sunak, who is at the G20 summit.He tweeted on Wednesday: "I look forward to addressing these complaints, and continuing to serve as Deputy Prime Minister, Justice Secretary, and Lord Chancellor."It comes after days of questions and allegations about his conduct towards junior colleagues.
Mr Raab said that he would fully cooperate with the investigation and respect the outcome, adding that he welcomed the opportunity to "address any complaints transparently".He added: "I have never tolerated bullying, and always sought to reinforce and empower the teams of civil servants working in my respective departments.
The Prime Minister said he did not "recognise that characterisation" of his deputy and denied knowing about any formal complaints against him. "Of course there are established procedures for civil servants if they want to bring to light any issues.Gavin Williamson also stepped down amid bullying allegations.A survey of 20 people working in Mr Raab's private office when he was foreign secretary in 2019 showed that 40% reported personal experience of bullying and harassment - though not necessarily by Mr Raab - and 75% witnessed it, ITV reported on Sunday.
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