The incident - on 'law and order' day - led to the International Lounge being placed on lockdown for around 20 minutes. It is understood Sir Geoffrey was stopped by staff at the international lounge, before "remonstrating" with them when they tried to prevent him bringing in his partner. A female security staff member then intervened, police were called and people were barred from entering the International Lounge in Manchester. Press were also stopped from entering the media room, which is separated from the International Lounge by a curtain, for around 20 minutes. (Image: PA)The incident came on 'law and order' day at the Tory conference, just before a speech by the Home Secretary on tougher sentences for violent criminals.

Source: Daily Mirror October 01, 2019 12:54 UTC