House of Commons

Two Arrested Over Phone Used to Play Sex Noises in UK Parliament

In a recent development, two men have been arrested in connection with a mobile phone found in the House of Commons. The device, discovered during a routine sweep, was allegedly planted to disrupt parliamentary proceedings by playing sex noises during Prime Minister’s Questions. Police investigations suggest the phone was deliberately placed to cause disruption, leading to the arrest of a man in his 30s and another in his 60s, both on suspicion of attempting to intentionally cause a public nuisance. The incident prompted heightened security measures and reduced access to both the Commons and Lords chambers, reflecting the serious nature of the security breach.

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Public Banned From Commons After Hidden Phone Discovery

Following the discovery of a concealed mobile phone during a security sweep, public access to the House of Commons chamber has been temporarily prohibited. The phone was reportedly found near the front benches, where government ministers are seated, just prior to Prime Minister’s Questions. This incident prompted an immediate response, leading to the temporary ban on public entry to both the Commons and Lords chambers. The ban will continue until further notice, as stated by a UK Parliament spokesperson.

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