No further action in Cliff Richard probe

Cliff Richard has said he is “thrilled” he will not face further action over “vile accusations” of historical sexual abuse.

He spoke out after the Crown Prosecution Service said there was “insufficient evidence to prosecute” and South Yorkshire Police said it “apologised wholeheartedly” for its “initial handling of the media interest” in its investigation.

In a statement yesterday, the singer, 75, said: “I am obviously thrilled that the vile accusations and the resulting investigation have finally been brought to a close. After almost two years under police investigation I learnt today that they have finally closed their enquiries.