Taito Phillip Field starts today

The first ever trial of a (now former) MP for bribery and corruption – relating to their office – starts today.

The former Labour MP faces 12 charges of corruption and bribery and 23 of wilfully perverting the course of justice.

The trial is expected to last 12 weeks, partly because so many witnesses will need interpreters.

As usual with trials, it is best if commenters leave the verdict to the jury.