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January 23, 2006


Mark Oaten resigns over rent boy claim

oaten Mark Oaten, the former Liberal Democrat leadership challenger, has resigned as his party's home affairs spokesman over an alleged affair with a rent boy. The UK politician released a statement apologizing for the "embarrassment" he has caused his family, friends and the Liberal Democrat party. Oaten, 41, the MP for Winchester, has dropped out of the Liberal Dem leadership race this week. News of the World managing editor Stuart Kuttner says the details of Oaten's relationship with a 23-year-old male prostitute have been confirmed. (Thanks Dan-X)

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