Bercow should be barred from public office, says former Black Rod

Exclusive: Lt Gen David Leakey says ex-Speaker should be barred while he refuses to show contrition for bullying

John Bercow should never again hold public office or a position of leadership, a former Black Rod has said, as the former Speaker was found to have repeatedly lied and to have bullied staff during his tenure in the House of Commons.

Lt Gen David Leakey, who made one of the complaints against Bercow and acted as a witness to others, told the Guardian he had been determined to ensure Bercow's record was examined fully.