David Steel suspended from Lib Dems over Cyril Smith revelation

Former Liberal leader told child abuse inquiry he assumed in 1979 that allegations against MP were true David Steel has been suspended from the Liberal Democrats after admitting he was aware that Cyril Smith was a child abuser but failed to assess whether he was a risk to children.Party officials decided on Thursday night that Lord Steel, the former leader of the Liberal party, should have the whip withdrawn and face a formal investigation. Continue reading...