Scott Tells Of Thorpe’s Beds (Press, 23 May 1979)
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Summary: Scott Tells Of Thorpe’s Beds (Press, 23 May 1979)
A former male model, Norman Scott, has testified in court about a homosexual affair he had with Jeremy Thorpe, the ex-leader of the Liberal Party, which has led to accusations of murder plot against Thorpe. Appearing in the Old Bailey Central Criminal Court in London, Scott, now 39 years old, recounted how he was seduced by Thorpe in 1961 and described intimate moments shared between them. He revealed that he would sleep in a single bed at Thorpe's flat, and after sexual encounters, he was instructed to use a camp bed stored in the wardrobe. During his emotional testimony, Scott expressed feelings of desperation, stating he contemplated suicide and even considered taking Thorpe's life. He articulated his struggles, mentioning, "I was unhappy. I really wanted to finish the whole thing. I just wanted to kill myself." When questioned by Crown counsel Mr Peter Taylor, Scott admitted he had thoughts of killing Thorpe as well. Thorpe, now 50, has consistently denied having any sexual relationship with Scott and is facing charges of incitement and conspiracy to murder, which if convicted could lead to a prison sentence of up to 10 years. The prosecution argues that Thorpe wished to silence Scott out of fear for his political career, leading him to allegedly instruct others to kill Scott. The trial has also delved into the importance of a national insurance card, which Scott claims is vital for accessing welfare benefits in Britain. He testified that during their relationship, Thorpe took control of his insurance card and failed to maintain it, causing Scott difficulties during a time when he was married with a young child. Scott suggested that his inability to access welfare due to the missing card was a primary reason he eventually disclosed his relationship with Thorpe to Liberal Party leaders and others. The trial continues as the jury deliberates on the tense allegations and the implications of these personal testimonies in the larger context of the charges against Thorpe.
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