bribery

The former mayor of Liverpool Joe Anderson has denied charges of bribery and misconduct - including allegations that he sent himself "threatening letters".

Cdr Dominic Murphy, head of the Met Police's counter-terrorism team, said Gill was an "extraordinarily willing participant" in the bribery, describing his actions as a "threat to national security."

"Fraud, bribery and corruption have a devastating impact on lives and livelihoods, and we are committed to tackling the most complex economic crimes to protect the public and our economy."

Gill pleaded guilty to eight counts of bribery in September.

By means of bribery and persuasion and threats, Madame Babushkinov had finally convinced her to stop acting like a coward and get out of bed.