Sexual assault arrest at Lib Dem conference

The Liberal Democrats have suspended an man from the party following an allegation of sexual assault during their annual conference in Brighton.

Sussex Police have confirmed a 57-year-old man from Bristol has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault in relation to an alleged incident at Brighton's Grand Hotel at around midnight on Tuesday.

The Liberal Democrats’ ‘Glee Club’ event, a highlight of the social calendar during their conference, was taking place at the hotel at the time.

A Lib Dem spokesperson said: "We are horrified this has happened, we assisted the police in identifying and arresting the suspect and have suspended him from the party."

In a statement Sussex Police said: "We have arrested a 57-year-old man from Bristol on suspicion of sexual assault by touching in relation to an incident which took place at The Grand Hotel, Kings Road, Brighton at around midnight on Tuesday (17 September).

"He remains in custody at this time."