Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe National Protective Security Authority (NPSA), an arm of MI5, has issued updated guidance advising vulnerable MPs and public figures to establish "safer areas" within their homes. This advice, which includes recommendations for features like fog machines and bulletproof walls, aims to provide shelter during attacks from "hostile actors". The guidance emerged amid growing concerns for politician safety, following the death of Ann Widdecombe, who was found dead at her Devon home earlier this month. Counter-terrorism police are investigating whether the suspect arrested in connection with Ms Widdecombe's killing was motivated by left-wing extremism and planned further violence. The incident has reignited debate over the level of protection offered to politicians, with figures like Nigel Farage reportedly declining security packages deemed inadequate. In fullMI5 advises vulnerable MPs to build a safe room at homeMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

Reform says its MPs are particularly at risk, pointing to 1,577 recorded threats against leader Nigel Farage since February

The new guidance was published online just three months before the killing of former Tory MP Ann Widdecombe.