Man charged with stalking Liberal Democrats leader Sir Ed Davey and his family

A man has been charged with stalking Liberal Democrats leader Sir Ed Davey and his family for several months.

According to a court listing, Inigo Rowland allegedly turned up at the Kingston and Surbiton MP’s address “unannounced” and “numerous” times between June and October this year.

The 58-year-old has also been charged with possession of a flick knife.

Sir Ed and his wife Emily have one son John, who has severe disabilities, and a daughter named Ellie.

A spokesperson for Met Police said: “He appeared at Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 7 October and was remanded into custody.

“He will next appear at the same court on Tuesday, 14 October.

“He was arrested on Monday, 6 October in relation to the offences, which are alleged to have taken place between June and October.”

A spokesperson for Liberal Democrats said: “We cannot provide any details at this time, Ed’s number one priority is the safety of his family.”