Shabana Mahmood: “The government intends to bring forward an amendment to this bill in response to the widely reported case of the vile…”

Those who enter public life do so to serve. Robust debate and criticism are part of the job. Threats, abuse and violence are not.

We owe it to them and to everyone who believes in a fair and open country to ensure that those who serve at all levels receive the protection they deserve.

My message to the Eritrean government is simple: take back your nationals or face a complete ban on your citizens entering the UK.

Robust debate and criticism are part of this job - threats, abuse and violence are not.