One of Kent's most prominent politicians has reportedly been targeted by hackers.

Tom Tugendhat, who has represented Tonbridge and Malling in parliament and is standing for re-election, took to Twitter to reveal a Google address in his name had been "pushing out lies" to the South China Morning Post.

The 46-year-old, who lives near Edenbridge, said: "In the last few hours a @Google address claiming to be me has been pushing out lies to @SCMPNews and offering an email interview.

"Clearly someone has decided my voice should be hidden by a cloud of lies."

Three hours later he tweeted: "@Google have suspended the fake account.

"That is quick and I’m very grateful. Thank you @GoogleUK"

Google have been contacted for comment.

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