It has been alleged that Conservative ministers and whips began spreading rumours about Christian Wakeford’s personal life minutes after the MP defected to Labour, amid growing concerns over dirty tactics in politics.

Still no better, Nigel. It loses the emphasis of the first where it says "it has been alleged amid growing concerns" etc. Anywho - Here is the headline that you missed which states in big letters, twice, that it is an allegation

Tory whips allegedly tried to smear Christian Wakeford after defection

Exclusive: Allegations emerge of attempts to spread rumours about Bury South MP minutes after he crossed floor