Cameron Thomas, the Liberal Democrat MP for Tewkesbury, has had the party whip and his membership suspended following his arrest by Gloucestershire police on Wednesday night. The circumstances surrounding his arrest remain undisclosed.
Background of the MP
Thomas, who has served as MP for Tewkesbury since 2024, secured the seat from the Conservatives with a majority exceeding 6,000. Prior to his political career, he spent 23 years in the RAF, working in telecommunications and information technology, before commissioning as a military police officer. His service included tours in Iraq, the Falkland Islands, and the United States.
Recent Activities
On Wednesday evening, a post appeared on Thomas's Facebook page showing him in the House of Commons wearing an England football shirt with the slogan "Extra Time For Dads," advocating for extended paternity leave. Another post criticized Reform UK. Over the weekend, Thomas attended a fair in Bishop's Cleve, near Cheltenham, where he engaged with locals and a Liberal Democrat councillor. He reportedly remained in Gloucestershire to watch England's World Cup opener on Wednesday.
Political Stance
Since his election, Thomas has been vocal on defence and foreign policy, urging closer collaboration with NATO and EU partners and rebuilding the UK's defence-industrial base. He resides in his constituency, where his daughter attends school.
A Liberal Democrat spokesperson stated: "Cameron Thomas MP has had the party whip suspended pending the outcome of a police investigation. We are unable to comment further while the police investigation is ongoing." His party membership is also suspended pending the investigation's conclusion. Thomas's office and Gloucestershire police have been contacted for comment.
