David Steel

Cyril Smith And The New Meaning Of Liberal Guilt

David Steel quits the Lords and his party.
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Ex-Lib Dem Leader Lord Steel Resigns After Accusations Of 'Inaction' Over Child Sex Abuse

He nominated Cyril Smith for a peerage after deciding allegations against him were "past history" – something that drew criticism from the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse.
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David Steel Suspended From Liberal Democrats After Comments To Cyril Smith Sexual Abuse Inquiry

Ex-Liberal leader said he assumed allegations against MP were correct after speaking to him.
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