ConservativeHome reported on the controversial 'resignation' of Westmorland and Lonsdale candidate Richard Bell early last month. Mr Bell has now written an open letter to the Westmorland Gazette graciously confirming the fact that he is no longer the adopted Tory candidate and wishing the W&L Association well. A scan of that letter and an associated report are published below (both from the Gazette). Click on either graphic to enlarge.