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A veteran Tory MP has apologised for saying 'a bomb' should be planted in a female Labour politician's office, The Mail on Sunday can reveal.
On the eve of Labour's party conference in Brighton, James Gray made the comment about Anneliese Dodds, the shadow women and equalities minister and Labour Party chair.
A Tory MP said: 'I know many Conservative women MPs were very upset by the comment.
'Bombs around conference season bring back very bad memories for anyone in politics.'
James Gray, who has represented North Wiltshire since 1997, said he regrets sending the message. 'It was a foolish remark' he said, adding: 'I meant no offence and hope none was taken.'
After being contacted by the MoS, Mr Gray, who has represented North Wiltshire since 1997, said he regrets sending the message.
