Divorce lawyer is in the clear

The 53-year-old mother of two was arrested last month after voluntarily meeting police officers and had been bailed to reappear at Colindale Police Station, North-West London, in late September.

But Barnet Police have now informed her of their decision to drop the case.

It had been alleged that she lied to officers over the arrest last year of her then-husband, Daniel Platt, following claims he had attempted to poison her food.

Ms Lloyd Platt said: "I was never charged with anything and the fact that these allegations have been investigated by police and thrown out within a few days shows there was no substance in them at all.

"I'm pleased that my reputation is untarnished and I can get back to work. I am delighted that the police have confirmed that no further action is being taken.

"It has been a very unpleasant ordeal and I'm just glad it is over. The claims were ridiculous."

Ms Lloyd Platt regularly appears on shows including GMTV and Richard & Judy to discuss celebrity separations.