Suella Braverman Retains 24-Hour Security Following Threats
Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman maintains 24-hour security due to threats and harassment. She experienced a public verbal attack, linked to political tensions, highlighting the increased risk to politicians. The government has allocated £31 million for their security, reflecting growing fears of violence in politics.
Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman maintains 24-hour personal protection due to ongoing threats and harassment, as revealed in an interview with the BBC.
During a recent supermarket visit, Braverman was verbally attacked in front of her children, indicating heightened tensions related to political views.
The government allocated a £31 million budget for politician security in February, following the murders of MPs Jo Cox and Sir David Amess.
All election candidates now have access to panic alarms and designated police contacts.
The incident underscores a growing fear of violence among politicians, with the Home Office assessing security requests within 24 hours.
Her husband has also received abusive messages, highlighting the personal impact of such threats.
Politicians like Labour’s Naz Shah and Conservative Tobias Ellwood have similarly experienced serious threats, leading to increased personal security measures.
The heightened dangers faced by MPs are affecting public interactions and the political landscape, raising concerns about democratic processes and candidate safety.