Calls for government review into Huw Edwards’ sentencing as fury mounts over ‘two-tier’ justice system

TORY leadership hopeful Tom Tugendhat today demanded ministers review Huw Edwards’ sentencing decision.

The Shadow Security Minister wrote to Attorney General Richard Hermer KC requesting a formal review under the Unduly Lenient Sentences regime.

Politicians have begun demanding a probe into the sentences handed down to disgraced former broadcaster Huw EdwardsCredit: PA

Tory leadership hopeful Tom Tugendhat has demanded a review under the Unduly Lenient Sentences regime

Mr Tugendhat blasted the courts for slapping Edwards with a sentence “inconsistent with the guidelines set forth by the Sentencing Council for such offenses”.

The veteran presenter, 63, avoided jail on Monday at Westminster Magistrates’ Court and was given a six month suspended sentence for two years.

Edwards guilty to three counts of making indecent images of children after he was sent 41 illegal images by convicted paedophile Alex Williams over WhatsApp.

Mr Tugendhat said: “As a national household name, the country has been shocked by the criminal activities of Mr Edwards.

“I am sure that they will be looking to the government to lead by example and ensure that heinous crimes are punished swiftly and appropriately.”