Gavin Williamson denies new bullying allegations
Gavin Williamson has denied more accusations of bullying language against officials.
When he was defence secretary, he reportedly told a senior civil servant to “slit your throat” and “jump out of the window,” according to the Guardian.
The official claimed Sir Gavin Gavin “deliberately demeaned and intimidated” them.
Sir Gavin has “strongly” rejected allegations of bullying.
The official, according to the Guardian, raised concerns to the MoD’s HR department but made no formal complaint.
In a statement, Sir Gavin said: “I strongly reject this allegation and have enjoyed good working relationships with the many brilliant officials I have worked with across government. No specific allegations have ever been brought to my attention.”
Mr Williamson does not deny using the language.
A spokesperson for the Cabinet Office said they had “not received notice of any formal complaints about Gavin Williamson’s behaviour from his time at the Ministry of Defence or any other department.”
