Law Aims to Protect Democracy by Criminalizing Intimidation of Officials

New law in Crime and Policing Bill allows up to six months jail for protesters near public officials.
Law targets harassment of public office holders, with 96% of MPs reporting harassment.
Security Minister Dan Jarvis calls targeting officials at home intimidation, not protest.
Jo Cox Foundation supports law, citing safety concerns for families during protests.
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