‘Nothing untoward happened’ over speeding fine, says Braverman

Home secretary confirms she has accepted points on her licence but denies breaking ministerial code

Suella Braverman has insisted that nothing untoward happened" over claims she broke the ministerial code in allegedly asking civil servants to assist over a speeding fine.

Her comments came after No 10 confirmed Rishi Sunak has spoken to his ethics adviser over the issue, although no formal inquiry has yet begun.