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Police urged to review abuse and intimidation faced by London mayoral and assembly candidates


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Published in Politics and Government on Tuesday, December 24th 2024 at 8:21 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Police urged to review abuse and intimidation faced by London mayoral and assembly candidates - Elections review says young Londoners 'should be able to use Oyster Zip card as ID at polling stations'

The article from MSN discusses the increasing concerns over abuse and intimidation faced by candidates in the upcoming London mayoral and assembly elections. The London Assembly's Police and Crime Committee has called on the Metropolitan Police to review how they handle such incidents, highlighting the need for a safer environment for political participation. This call to action comes in light of reports from candidates experiencing various forms of harassment, including physical threats, online abuse, and intimidation. The committee emphasized the importance of ensuring that candidates can campaign without fear, which is crucial for democratic processes. The review aims to assess the effectiveness of current police responses and potentially enhance protection measures for candidates.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-gb/politics/government/police-urged-to-review-abuse-and-intimidation-faced-by-london-mayoral-and-assembly-candidates/ar-AA1wqouK ]

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