Revealed: why Michael Fallon was forced to quit as defence secretary

Journalist’s accusation of sexual harassment was final straw for Theresa May after series of allegations

The dramatic circumstances of Sir Michael Fallon’s sudden resignation as defence secretary last week can be revealed by the Observer.

The cabinet heavyweight’s shock departure on Wednesday followed a phone call from the journalist, Jane Merrick, who informed Downing Street that he had lunged at her and attempted to kiss her on the lips in 2003 after they had lunched together.

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