The Conservative Party is the most traditional of British Parties.

It never ceases to disappoint. Every decade or so, a Tory MP is forced to issue a grovelling apology for attending a party/social event where people dress up as nazis and toast Adolf Hitler and sing songs in praise of Der Fuhrer.

The latest in line is 32 years old Aidan Burley, who is MP for Cannock Chase. Seemingly Mr Burley with twelve friends to a French ski resort, where the festivities involved Nazi salutes and a toast to the “ideology of the Third Reich”.

Perhaps prompted by an article in The Mail On Sunday……….Mr Burley has issued an apology….

“There was clearly inappropriate behaviour by some of the other guests and I deeply regret that this happened. I am extremely sorry for any offence that will undoubtedly have been caused.” (my emphasis)

Yes that kinda behaviour WOULD “undoubtedly” cause offence…… in France. But Im glad this inappropriate behaviour was by “other” guests……as certainly Mr Burley doesnt seem to be the kind of sleazeball who would lay down his friends to save his political career.