The unnamed councillor was arrested on Monday at his home address.

A Telford councillor has been arrested on suspicion of downloading indecent images and has been suspended by the local Labour Party.

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The councillor, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was arrested on Monday (July 20) and has been bailed pending further enquiries.

Telford & Wrekin Council confirmed the arrest, with a spokesperson saying: “We have been made aware by West Mercia Police that a borough councillor has been arrested in connection with an alleged offence and released on bail.

“We are also aware that they have been suspended from their political party and all associated roles.

“As a council, we will continue to ensure that all appropriate safeguarding measures and checks remain in place, alongside supporting the police with their investigation.”

West Mercia Police confirmed that a man was arrested at his home address in Telford on Monday and has since been bailed.

A police spokesperson confirmed the arrest was on “suspicion of possession of indecent images”.

A Labour Party spokesperson said: "As soon as the Labour Party was made aware of these allegations, this councillor was suspended from the Labour Party.

"As this is the subject of an ongoing police investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment further."