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Dan Norris, the MP who famously toppled Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg, has been plunged deeper into legal peril today after police leveled grave new accusations of rape, sexual assault, and voyeurism against him.
The Escalation: From 'Giant Killer' to Suspect
The political career of Dan Norris, 66, appears to be hanging by a thread following a dramatic escalation in the police investigation surrounding him. Originally celebrated for his July 2024 victory in North East Somerset and Hanham—where he unseated Conservative heavyweight Jacob Rees-Mogg—Norris is now the subject of a widening probe into alleged predatory behavior spanning two decades.
In a significant development revealed today (February 2, 2026), Avon and Somerset Police confirmed they have further arrested the suspended Labour MP on suspicion of raping a second woman and sexually assaulting a third. Perhaps most disturbingly, the new charges include voyeurism and "upskirting" against a number of women, suggesting a pattern of covert, predatory conduct.
Child Sex Probe Dropped, Adult Offences Widen
In a major twist to the narrative, investigators confirmed they are "no longer actively investigating" the initial suspicions of sexual offences against a child. While this specific shadow has lifted, it has been replaced by a broader and perhaps more complex set of allegations involving adult women. The police stated that the original investigation into rape and misconduct in public office continues alongside these fresh arrests.
The offences are alleged to have taken place between the 2000s and the 2020s, painting a picture of a potential "double life" allegedly concealed during his long tenure in public service.
A Career Defined by Controversy
Long before his arrest, Norris was a figure who courted controversy. His tenure as the West of England Metro Mayor (2021–2025) was marred by the "Bus-Gate" scandal, where he was found to have unlawfully spent £10,000 of taxpayer money to wrap a double-decker bus with huge images of himself and his dog, Angel.
Critics at the time accused him of using public funds for personal branding—a charge that takes on a darker hue in light of the current allegations of misconduct in public office. His decision to hold both the Metro Mayor role and his MP seat simultaneously ("double-jobbing") also drew fierce criticism from constituents and political rivals alike, further isolating him politically even before his suspension from the Labour Party in April 2025.
The "Lonely Figure" and the Future
Despite his public persona—often seen campaigning with his dog, Angel—Norris now cuts a lonely figure. While details of his private family life remain guarded, with public records focusing on his parents David and June, the scandal has stripped him of his political allies. He has been suspended by Labour, removed from the party whip, and forced to step down as chairman of the League Against Cruel Sports.
What Happens Next?
Norris remains on conditional bail as detectives from Operation Bluestone, a specialist rape and serious sexual assault unit, continue their "sensitive and complex" inquiries.
The path ahead is perilous. If charged and convicted, Norris would face a likely prison sentence. Under the Recall of MPs Act 2015, any custodial sentence would trigger a recall petition, almost certainly leading to a by-election in North East Somerset and Hanham. This would blow the seat wide open, potentially offering the Conservatives—and perhaps even Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg—a path back to power in a constituency that has become the epicenter of one of the decade's most shocking political downfalls.
