Westminster abuse allegations are in the headlines. But our churches need to change too

Former MP Nadine Dorries’ new book contains a series of shocking allegations of rape, sexual abuse and misogyny in the halls of Westminster. Tragically, it’s nothing new, says Bekah Legg. Christians and churches need to equip themselves to respond appropriately

This week sees the release of former Culture Secretary, Nadine Dorries’ controversial book, The Plot: The political assassination of Boris Johnson (HarperCollins). Parts of it have already been serialised in tabloid newspapers, with bombshell allegations, including that the Tory party covered up rape disclosures about a sitting MP, making headlines across the world.

There are not enough substantiated details to discuss the case in point, but as shocking as this would be if proven true, it’s important to realise that it would not be a lone case. Things like this happen all the time.