Chris Huhne the secretary of state for energy and climate change has resigned after the director of Public Prosecutions said he would be prosecuted for perverting the cause of justice after claims he asked his wife to accept penalty points over a speeding case in 2003. Mr Huhne called the decision ‘deeply regrettable’ but added that he will ‘fight the charges’ and continue to represent his constituents as Eastleigh MP.
The BBC is reporting that Liberal Democrat Ed Davey will replace him.
Mr Huhne’s ex-wife Vicky Pryce has also been charged with perverting the course of justice. They will both appear in court on 16 February.
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