Australian MPs are facing a rising tide of security threats. Our national politics has lost its down to earth spirit

The price of higher security for MPs is further distancing between decision makers and those who elect themGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOne of Andy Burnham’s priorities when he becomes British prime minister in a few days is a review of security for members of parliament.Away from Westminster while serving as the mayor of Greater Manchester, Burnham says he has been shocked by the change in security threats facing parliamentarians during his decade absence. Continue reading...