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Speaker a 'breath of fresh air' but rules for MPs shouldn't change over 'intimidation' - home sec

Sky News Friday, 23 February 2024
The home secretary has warned the Speaker against changing Commons conventions due to intimidation from outside parliament, telling Sky News: "The only thing MPs should fear is the ballot box."
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