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UK Parliament Rocked by 'Honeytrap' Sexting Scandal Involving MPs

Investigations reveal Metropolitan Police knew about suspicious messages last year but did not warn MPs, raising security concerns.

  • Metropolitan Police were aware of suspicious messages targeting Westminster figures last year but failed to notify MPs or enhance security measures.
  • The scandal, dubbed a 'honeytrap', involved profiles using aliases 'Charlie' and 'Abi' sending flirtatious and explicit messages to MPs and journalists.
  • Investigations by the Met and other police forces are ongoing, with concerns that the scheme could be part of a larger cyber-attack.
  • Former MP William Wragg admitted to leaking colleagues' phone numbers after being manipulated, intensifying scrutiny on parliamentary security protocols.
  • Government officials and Downing Street have urged affected politicians to contact police, and a full investigation into the scandal has been requested.
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