Lib Dems urged to launch independent probe into deselection over Christian faith

London civil court proceedings have confirmed the Lib Dems unlawfully discriminated against former BBC journalist David Campanale over his Christian beliefs when he was deselected for Sutton and Cheam ahead of the 2024 election; with a damages decision looming, the Liberal Democrat Christian Forum is urging an independent inquiry, backed by Tim Farron, as internal reviews face potential involvement from the Equality and Human Rights Commission if not completed in time.