Shabana Mahmood: “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…”

I would not hesitate to impose further measures on other countries refusing to co-operate.

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

I can therefore announce today that I will expand, with immediate effect, police support to political figures who are not currently members of parliament.

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