“I have decided to resign as Minister for Civil Society having been notified of a story to be published in a Sunday newspaper. I would like to appeal for the privacy of my family to be respected at this time. I remain a loyal supporter of this Government as its long term economic plan continues to deliver for the British people.”

It’s a picture story…

UPDATE Sunday 11.10:

Brooks Newmark tells @itvnews: "I have been a complete fool. I have no one to blame but myself. I have hurt those I care about most." #Con14

— Adam Smith-Roberts (@ASmithRoberts) September 28, 2014

Sunday Mirror has the scoop…