"Scott Benton's Suspension Appeal: Lobbying Sting MP Fights Back"
UK Parliament MP Scott Benton plans to appeal against a proposed 35-day suspension after being found to have breached standards rules. The Commons Standards Committee report stated that Benton had given the impression he was "corrupt and 'for sale'" in a meeting with undercover reporters posing as gambling industry investors. Benton denies breaking any rules and criticizes the inquiry for being unfair and lacking transparency. If the suspension is approved, it could lead to a by-election in Benton's constituency. He intends to submit a formal complaint and appeal the decision through the Independent Expert Panel.