UK Parliament Hit by Sexting Scam: Tory MP Admits Sharing Colleagues' Numbers

An investigation into a suspected sexting scam targeting UK parliament members has been launched after Tory MP William Wragg admitted to sharing colleagues' phone numbers with a contact from a dating app.

Tory MP William Wragg admitted to sharing colleagues' phone numbers with a contact from a dating app, sparking a wider investigation into a suspected sexting scam targeting UK parliament members.
The scandal, referred to as the Westminster honeytrap, involves unsolicited flirtatious messages and explicit photos sent to MPs and staff, with fears of a potential spear phishing campaign by a hostile state.
Police are investigating reports of malicious communications after numerous parliament members received unsolicited messages from unknown WhatsApp users, raising concerns over cybersecurity.
Several MPs, including Dr. Luke Evans, have publicly acknowledged being targeted, urging others to come forward and report similar incidents to the police.
The incident has prompted discussions on the importance of cybersecurity awareness among MPs, with senior government officials emphasizing the need for caution and the reporting of blackmail attempts.