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UK Prime Minister Sunak Announces New Measures to Protect MPs Amid Rising Protests

Rishi Sunak has introduced a 'democratic policing protocol' to address the increasing intimidation of MPs, emphasizing the need for police to uphold democratic values.

  • Sunak warns of the UK descending into 'mob rule' and urges police to use existing powers to protect MPs.
  • A new 'democratic policing protocol' aims to ensure protests at MPs' homes are treated as intimidatory and to provide more patrols in at-risk communities.
  • The government announces a £31 million security package to enhance protection for MPs, including dedicated police contacts and private security guards.
  • Critics argue the measures miss the root cause of the problem, suggesting a need to address why people feel emboldened to target MPs.
  • Civil liberties groups express concern over potential restrictions on the right to protest, highlighting the importance of freedom of expression and assembly.
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