Anonymous22 days ago
The UK government announced on 12 March 2026 the creation of a national police unit dedicated to targeting offenders who threaten and harass election candidates, part of a sweeping package of democratic protection measures. Driven by alarming statistics — 61% of candidates in 2025 experienced harassment or security threats, and 96% of sitting MPs have faced abuse — the initiative builds on Operations Bridger and Ford and accompanies the Representation of the People Bill, which introduces tougher sentencing for electoral intimidation and removes the requirement for candidates to publish their home addresses.