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Conservative Mayor Candidate Withdraws Amid Allegations of Inappropriate Touching

Daniel Korski has withdrawn from the Conservative mayoral contest after Daisy Goodwin alleged that he touched her inappropriately 10 years ago.

29 June 2023 · 05:48 UTC

Korski denies the allegation and has stated that he would have welcomed an investigation, but the pressure on his family made it impossible for him to continue his campaign.

Goodwin has made a formal complaint to the Cabinet Office and has received support from other women with interesting stories.

Despite calls for a reopening of the selection process, the contest will proceed with the two other shortlisted candidates.

Susan Hall, a London Assembly member, believes that the allegation should be investigated properly.

The article mentions that Downing Street has declined to comment on whether the Prime Minister believes Daniel Korski is a suitable candidate for a government job, and whether he should suspend his campaign.

The Prime Minister's press secretary has stated that conclusions should not be drawn until the process is followed through.

The press secretary for Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, has stated that the allegations against Korski are serious and should be handled properly.