Reform MP Lee Anderson Ordered to Apologize for Swearing at Parliament Security

The Independent Expert Panel found Anderson breached Parliament's bullying policy after an altercation with a security officer.

Lee Anderson, an MP for Reform UK, must apologize in the House of Commons and in writing to a security officer after swearing at them when his pass failed.
The incident occurred in November 2023 at the Derby Gate entrance to the parliamentary estate, where Anderson's pass was not recognized.
Anderson admitted to being 'upset, impatient and angry' during the exchange but denied being aggressive or premeditated in his actions.
The Independent Expert Panel upheld the complaint against Anderson, dismissing his appeal and emphasizing the power imbalance between Anderson and the security officer.
Previously a Conservative MP, Anderson defected to Reform UK after being removed from the Tory benches for controversial statements about political figures.