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Police urged to make ‘robust use’ of powers amid MP safety fears in wake of Palestine protests

Source: PA Wire

Police chiefs are being urged by ministers to make “robust use” of powers to protect politicians following a pro-Palestine demonstration outside the home of a prominent Tory MP.

Ministers have taken the unusual decision of writing to chief constables across the country after a protest outside the Devon home of MP Tobias Ellwood.

The letter, written by , the security minister, the policing minister - seen by - said police have their full support to ensure the security of MPs and candidates for the Commons.

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