After Kneecap "kill your MP" controversy, why are threats against politicians increasing? | ITV News
The Irish rap group Kneecap have apologised after a video emerged from a November 2023 gig, appearing to show one band member saying: “The only good Tory is a dead Tory. Kill your local MP.”
Kneecap say this was “taken out of context and is now being exploited and weaponised as if it were a call to action”. There are increasing calls to ban the group from Glastonbury, where they’re due to perform.
But what is causing violent language and threats against MPs to increase, and is social media in part to blame?
The Talking Politics team discuss on this week’s episode. You can watch the full episode here on our YouTube Channel, on ITVX, or listen on your favourite podcast platform.
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