Research carried out in Bradford has revealed the extent of abuse and threats levelled at MPs online.
University of Bradford psychologists carried out a survey of Westminster MPs and every one of 181 respondents reported experiencing some form of online abuse, harassment or even threat.
The study outlines that up to one third of MPs have experienced online trolling, leading in some cases to mental or emotional distress and even fear for their wellbeing, particularly for female MPs.
Professor Catriona Morrison (pictured) of the University of Bradford said: “Online trolling of MPs is a very real phenomenon, with almost a third of UK MPs reporting they have been a victim of trolling behaviour. While this is not exclusive to MPs, it is more prevalent than amongst those not in the public eye and with only two trolls having been convicted in the UK to date, we have to ask what we can do about this behaviour, which has a very real impact on people.”
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