Labour MP Oliver Ryan Faces Investigation Over WhatsApp Scandal

Oliver Ryan, a Labour MP for Burnley, has come under scrutiny for his involvement in a WhatsApp group named 'Trigger Me Timbers,' where racist, sexist, and anti-Semitic comments were shared. This controversy follows the sacking of fellow Labour MP Andrew Gwynne, who was dismissed as Health Minister for his own remarks within the same group. Ryan has publicly apologized for his participation and the comments made, stating that they were 'unacceptable' and expressing regret for not speaking out against them at the time. The Labour Party has initiated an investigation into the matter, and Ryan has pledged to cooperate fully. Calls for action against those involved in the group have been made by political figures, emphasizing the need for accountability within the party. The fallout from this scandal has raised concerns about the culture within Labour and its handling of such issues.