UK politician suspended for refusal to apologize

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LONDON (AP) — Britain’s Liberal Democrats suspended a member of the House of Lords from their party on Monday after he refused a suggestion that he apologize to women who have accused him of sexual harassment.

Chris Rennard, 53, was accused of molesting four women in incidents dating back to 2003 — allegations he denies. An internal inquiry found that the women’s claims were credible but could not be proved beyond a reasonable doubt.

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