Public banned from Commons chamber after hidden phone found
Summary
The public is temporarily banned from entering the main chamber of the UK House of Commons after a hidden phone was found during a security check. The phone was discovered near the benches where government ministers sit, prompting a police investigation. Public tours in both Chambers of Parliament are limited while the investigation is ongoing.Key Facts
- A phone was found hidden in the House of Commons chamber.
- The phone was discovered before Prime Minister's Questions.
- The discovery led to a temporary ban on the public entering the main chamber.
- The Metropolitan Police are investigating the incident.
- The phone seemed placed to disrupt Commons business.
- Public tours in the main chambers of Parliament are suspended.
- Access to other parts of Parliament remains open.
- UK residents can still book tours of the Palace of Westminster.
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