The Deadly Business of Democracy

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How serious threats against MPs, their families and staff put the UK's democracy at risk.

Carolyn Quinn reveals how serious threats against MPs, their families and staff are now putting the UK's democracy at risk.

Four recent MPs reveal how serious threats against them, their families and staff are now corroding Britain’s democracy. Carolyn Quinn discovers what impact the huge rise in abuse, threats and intimidation is having on MPs across the political spectrum, with massive concern over their safety significantly affecting how they can do their job. As Britain goes to the polls we find out just what kind of life MPs will face, if they triumph at the General Election.

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