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Former Tory MP accused of harassing ex-wife

Stephen Fairclough
BBC News
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Katie Wallis, who was previously known as Jamie Wallis, is accused of harassing Rebecca Wallis earlier this year

A former Conservative MP will stand trial accused of harassment.

Jamie Wallis, who is now known as Katie Wallis and uses female pronouns, represented Bridgend from 2019 to 2024.

The 40-year-old from Butetown in Cardiff appeared at the city's magistrates' court on Monday and pleaded not guilty to harassing ex-wife Rebecca Wallis between 14 February and 21 March by making unwanted phone calls, sending unwanted messages and voice notes and driving past her home.

No evidence was offered on a previous charge of stalking.

Ms Wallis, who is the first MP to openly begin the process of gender transitioning, told the court: "Legally I am known as Jamie, but I prefer to be known as Katie."

Simone Walsh, prosecuting, told the court the defendant and alleged victim were in a relationship for more than 15 years and separated in 2020, with their divorce finalised in 2024.

"Following the victim informing the defendant of a new relationship the defendant's behaviour became harassing in nature," she said.

Narita Bahra, defending, said there was "no malice" on her client's part, adding she would be seeking a psychiatric report ahead of the trial.

The case was postponed until 17 June.