UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tory MP Patrick Spencer faces charges for allegedly assaulting two women at the Groucho Club in Soho, London, last year.
As reported by Sky News, Patrick Spencer has been charged with two counts of sexual assault. The charges are linked to alleged offences at Soho’s Groucho Club in central London.
The Tory MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich will face court proceedings at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 16 June.
The CSP said the charges relate to separate alleged incidents involving two women at the Groucho Club in August 2023.
According to the MET Police, the 37-year-old was charged after attending a voluntary interview. It took place at a police station in London on 13 March.
Frank Ferguson’s views on the charges against MP Patrick Spencer
Frank Ferguson, head of the CPS special crime and counter-terrorism division, stated,
“Following a review of the evidence provided by the Metropolitan Police Service, we have authorised two counts of sexual assault against Patrick Spencer MP.”
He said,
“The charges follow two alleged incidents involving two separate women at the Groucho Club in central London in August 2023.”
Mr Ferguson stated,
“The Crown Prosecution Service reminds all concerned that criminal proceedings against this defendant are now active and that he has the right to a fair trial,”
adding,
“It is extremely important that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.”
Conservative Party spokesman views on Patrick Spencer MP’s suspension
A Tory spokesman stated,
“The Conservative Party believes in integrity and high standards. We have taken immediate action. Patrick Spencer MP has been suspended from the Conservative Party, and the whip withdrawn, with immediate effect.”
They added, “The Conservative Party cannot comment further on an ongoing legal case.”
Groucho Club history
The Groucho Club opened in 1985 and is located on Dean Street in Soho. It became a popular spot for celebrities, actors, and top journalists to meet.
The club is named after comedian Groucho Marx. It was created as a more relaxed alternative to classic gentlemen’s clubs.
Its website states that its members must be from the creative industry and share their maverick spirit.
Groucho Club’s major incidents
- The club’s license was cancelled by Westminster Council in November 2024.
- It was reopened on January 10, 2025, after agreeing to new safety measures.
- New protocols include toilet checks and guest limits.
- Police raised worries about lax guest policies, poor toilet supervision, and inadequate welfare training.
Conservative MPs accused of sexual misconduct
- Imran Ahmad Khan
- Charlie Elphicke
- Rob Roberts
- Andrew Griffiths
- Chris Pincher
- David Warburton
- Patrick Spencer
- Neil Parish
Labour MPs accused of sexual misconduct
- Mike Hill
- Kelvin Hopkins
- Geraint Davies
- Clive Lewis
- Ivan Lewis
