Shadow Home Secretary Andy Burnham has called for 'clear rules' to govern Labour Party members' use of social media, following a spate of online abuse directed at Labour MPs. He insisted a 'firm line' must be taken and proposed a formal code of conduct.
Burnham's comments come after several Labour MPs reported receiving abusive messages and threats online. He said a party where members abuse its MPs was not one he wished to be part of.
The call for stricter guidelines reflects growing concern within the party over the tone of online discourse and its impact on elected representatives.
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