Daniel Korski latest: Daisy Goodwin responds to Tory mayor hopefuls denial of groped claim

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Tory MP asked nine times if she had any sympathy for Daniel Korski amid fumbling allegations

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Screenwriter and novelist Daisy Goodwin has responded to hopeful Conservative London Mayor Daniel Korski’s outright denials of his claims that he patted her chest after a meeting in Downing Street.

Speaking to BBC Radio 4s Today after making a formal complaint on Tuesday night, without which the Conservative Party had refused to investigate, Ms Goodwin said: I could say: he would say that, wouldn’t he?

If he had come forward and said, oh, I’m so sorry, something like that, I might have inadvertently touched her, that would be another story. But the fact that he categorically denies it is, to me, bizarre.

In an extraordinary development, Mr Korski told TalkTV he informed Tory bosses of the allegations during the mayoral race vetting process, long before they came to light on Monday. Ms Goodwin went public with the incident in 2017, but at the time did not name former Prime Minister David Cameron’s former aide.

A campaign spokesperson said Wednesday: In the strongest possible terms, Dan categorically denies any allegations of inappropriate behavior. He welcomes any inquiry and will cooperate fully.

HighlightsView latest update 1687945778Daisy Goodwin says she is certain of the allegation

Asked by Martha Kearney on BBC Radio 4 if there could be any ambiguity about the 10-year claim, Daisy Goodwin said: I’m really surprised you asked me that, Martha.

Yes it happened to me 10 years ago, but when something like this happens to you, you know it happened to you because you were there, you felt it. You felt amazed, shocked and rather humiliated. To ask me if I am certain is to ask myself if I am making it up. This is not the case.

While Ms Kearney replied that the reason for her question was due to Mr Korski’s outright denials, Ms Goodwin added: Well, I could say: he would say that, wouldn’t he?

If he had come forward and said, oh, I’m so sorry, something like that, I might have inadvertently touched her, that would be another story. But the fact that he categorically denies it is, to me, bizarre.

Andy GregoryJune 28, 2023, 10:49 a.m.

1687945107Government minister suspends support for Korski campaign

Education Minister Claire Coutinho has said she has suspended her support for Daniel Korskis’ bid for London mayor, calling Daisy Goodwin’s allegation against him very serious and concerning and saying that s there was a complaint in the system, it had to be followed up quickly.

Ms Coutinho, who previously praised Mr Korski’s clear vision for London, told Sky News: I would say I would be on hiatus at the moment as there is a lot going on.

When asked to confirm that she had suspended her support, she replied: Yes, because I think we need to see what happened. But, at the same time, it is an allegation. He categorically denied it.

If there is a complaint in the system it needs to be followed up quickly so we can find the facts and see what happened, but I think this is a very serious and concerning allegation.

Andy GregoryJune 28, 2023, 10:38 a.m.

1687944048Daniel Korski welcomes any investigation and will cooperate fully, campaign says

Daniel Korskis’ campaign issued another denial this morning following Daisy Goodwin’s latest remarks on the Today program, which you can see in the posts below.

A campaign spokesperson said: In the strongest possible terms, Dan categorically denies any allegations of inappropriate behavior whatsoever.

He welcomes any inquiry and will cooperate fully.

Andy Gregory28 June 2023 10:20

1687943954Daisy Goodwin reveals more women have come forward after Daniel Korski groping allegations

Daisy Goodwin has suggested Daniel Korski could face new misconduct allegations after accusing the mayor’s hopeful of groping her.

The TV writer and producer said she has been contacted by other women with some very interesting stories since she alleged Mr Korski sexually assaulted her in Downing Street.

Ms Goodwin said she could not discuss the stories about Mr Korski for legal reasons, but said they made her feel completely justified in naming him.

Our political correspondent Archie Mitchell has more in this report:

Andy GregoryJune 28, 2023 10:19 a.m.

1687943870Daisy Goodwin responds to Daniel Korski’s categorical denial

Daisy Goodwin has now responded to hopeful Conservative London Mayor Daniel Korski’s categorical denials of his claims he groped her chest after a meeting in Downing Street a decade ago.

Speaking to BBC Radio 4s Today after making a formal complaint on Tuesday night, without which the Conservative Party initially refused to investigate, Ms Goodwin said: I could say: he would say that, wouldn’t he?

If he had come forward and said, oh, I’m so sorry, something like that, I might have inadvertently touched her, that would be another story. But the fact that he categorically denies it is, to me, bizarre.

Ms. Goodwin added: That’s what tends to happen in these situations. I think people have to decide who they choose to believe. There is no reason for me to say this happened to me 10 years ago. I was shocked. I can’t say I’m a victim, but I was shocked.

Andy GregoryJune 28, 2023, 10:17 a.m.

1687943282Daniel Korski flatly denies groping allegation

Daniel Korski has categorically denied any wrongdoing.

In a statement on Twitter, the hopeful for the Mayor of London said: Politics can be a tough and difficult business. Unfortunately, in the midst of this demanding environment, this baseless allegation from the past has resurfaced.

It is disheartening to find myself tied to this allegation after so many years, but I would like to state unequivocally that I categorically deny any allegations of inappropriate behavior. I denied when it was hinted at 7 years [ago] and I do now.

Andy GregoryJune 28, 2023, 10:08 a.m.

1687943211Daniel Korski says Conservative party officials knew about allegations

In an extraordinary development last night, Daniel Korski claimed Tory party leaders knew about the allegations, which he denies, long before they were revealed by Daisy Goodwin in The Times on Monday.

Mr Korski told TalkTV he disclosed them during the mayoral race vetting process after he was asked if there were any outstanding issues the party should be aware of.

And I told the party seven years ago there was a story. I was never named in the story. To my knowledge, there has been no investigation. But I spoke to the party about it, he said.

Mr Korski insisted he was still a candidate to become the Conservative candidate for mayor, adding: All I can say is that she is wrong.

Andy GregoryJune 28, 2023, 10:06 a.m.

1687942946Conservative party faces growing pressure to investigate allegations

The Conservative Party is facing growing pressure to investigate allegations that a London mayoral candidate touched the breast of a TV producer in Downing Street.

The party initially said it would not look into allegations that Daniel Korski sexually assaulted Daisy Goodwin because it had not received a formal complaint. But on Tuesday evening Ms Goodwin said she had contacted the Cabinet Office to do so.

Labor has called for Mr Korski to be suspended from the party and urged the Tories to open a full investigation.

Our Whitehall editor Kate Devlin and political correspondent Archie Mitchell have more in this report:

Andy Gregory28 June 2023 10:02

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Hello, use this blog to provide live updates on the latest developments, after Conservative London Mayor hopeful Daniel Korski flatly denied claims of trial and error by screenwriter Daisy Goodwin.

Andy Gregory28 June 2023 09:57

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