RNLI increases security measures after abuse from far-right protesters
- The RNLI has advised volunteers and staff to consider not wearing branded clothing in public areas following online and physical abuse from far-right protesters.
- The abuse, which included doxxing and accusations of treason, escalated after crew members rescued around 120 migrants off the Channel coast over the weekend.
- RNLI chief executive Peter Sparkes condemned the threats against crew members and their families as wholly unacceptable, warning against deliberate misinformation.
- Culture and digital secretary Lisa Nandy voiced personal concern over the doxxing of rescuers, confirming initial talks with social media companies to tackle the issue.
- The charity has enhanced security at its locations and urged volunteers to prioritise their safety and report threats to the police.
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