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Deputy House of Commons Speaker Nigel Evans says he is "overwhelmed" by the support he has received since being arrested on suspicion of rape and sexual assault, which he denies. Continue to article
Nigel Evans said that he would be attending the Queen’s Speech tomorrow and resuming his duties as Deputy Speaker shortly afterwards. “I’m very grateful for the Speaker for allowing me just to make sure that you all understand there... Continue to article
Mark Pritchard said Nigel Evans was right to continue his duties as deputy speaker of the House of Commons, despite facing allegations of rape and sexual assault. “Absolutely, and I think that’s the right thing to do. These are allegatio... Continue to article
Andrew Mitchell said Nigel Evans should continue in his role as deputy speaker despite the allegations of sexual assault against him. “Let me first of all make clear that Nigel Evans has been a friend and colleague of mine for more than ... Continue to article
Nigel Evans said the events of today and yesterday had been “the worst 24 hours of my life”. “This has been, notwithstanding with the loss of my mum and the loss of my brother very recently, my brother, the worst 24 hours of my life and ... Continue to article
The former chairman of the Conservative party has offered his support to Deputy Speaker Nigel Evans, saying he should not have to resign from his role because of the recent allegations of rape against him. David Davis told PoliticsHome.c... Continue to article
Yesterday I was interviewed by the police concerning two complaints, one of which dates back four years, made by two people who are well-known to each other, and who, until yesterday, I regarded as friends. The complaints are completely ... Continue to article
Nigel Evans said the “eyes of the world” would be on London for Margaret Thatcher’s funeral next Wednesday. “It’s a full ceremonial service. The Queen, the first time she’s ever been to a funeral of one of her former prime ministers sinc... Continue to article
Commons Deputy Speaker Nigel Evans has come out as gay as he prepares to launch a parliamentary group to support homosexual MPs and their staff. Former MP Ann Widdecombe said she did not think it was a "good idea".
Lindsay Hoyle, Nigel Evans and Dawn Primarolo have been elected to be the new deputy speakers of the House of Commons.
08/06/2010
Lindsay Hoyle, Nigel Evans and Dawn Primarolo have been elected to be the new deputy speakers of the House of Commons.
19/12/2010 in Parliament
Commons Deputy Speaker Nigel Evans has come out as gay as he prepares to launch a parliamentary group to support homosexual MPs and their staff. Former MP Ann Widdecombe said she did not think it was a "good idea".
07/05/2013 on BBC News pulled clip
06/05/2013 on Today, BBC Radio 4
Summaries and transcripts from TV and radio
18/05/2013 on Week in Westminster, BBC Radio 4
18/05/2013 on Week in Westminster, BBC Radio 4
18/05/2013 on Week in Westminster, BBC Radio 4
16/05/2013