The Tory defense secretary, Michael Fallon, who resigned over sexual harassment.

Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon resigned in November 2017 amid the Westminster harassment scandal, saying his past behaviour towards women had 'fallen short' of the standards expected of the armed forces. He was the first minister to quit in that wave of allegations.

▸ CNN — UK Defense Secretary Michael Fallon quits amid harassment claims

Checked Wed 1 Jul, 09:58 · Broadcast: PMQs: Prime Minister's Questions - 17 June 2026

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