A Liberal Democrat MP has had the party whip withdrawn after he was arrested.
A spokesperson for the party said: "Cameron Thomas MP has had the party whip suspended pending the outcome of a police investigation.
"We are unable to comment further while the police investigation is ongoing."
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Thomas, the MP for Tewkesbury, was arrested by Gloucestershire Police on Wednesday night, it is understood.
The former RAF officer has served as MP for the constituency since the 2024 general election. He had also worked as a military police officer before coming to parliament, according to his party.
He sits on the Culture, Media and Sport Committee.
His party membership is also understood to have been suspended.
Gloucestershire Police have been contacted for comment.
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