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Former Victorian premier Jacinta Allan worried MP would be killed

Victorian state MPs from across the political spectrum have called for increased security after reporting threats to themselves, their families, staff and volunteers. Premier Ben Carroll plans to meet the electoral commissioner about security for the November 28 poll, and a special cabinet meeting is reportedly planned. Former premier Jacinta Allan said in August that she worried an MP would be killed. Some MPs say social media has escalated abuse, and some are considering stepping back from politics.

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Sister of murdered UK MP Jo Cox wants Australia to tone down rhetoric

The sister of murdered UK MP Jo Cox has urged Australia to treat the attack on independent MP Helen Haines as a turning point. Haines was struck by a car outside her Wangaratta office on Monday. A 43-year-old man, Brendan Nugent, has been charged with dangerous driving causing serious injury and intentionally causing serious injury. Victoria Police says the incident is alleged to have been targeted. Kim Leadbeater called for more civil political debate, and Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described an escalating volume of threats against politicians.

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'I'm tired of it': WA minister reveals extent of online abuse after attack on MP

WA politicians have raised concerns about a hostile political climate after federal MP Helen Haines lost a leg when she was pinned between two cars outside her electorate office in Victoria. Nationals MP Lachlan Hunter called for a state-wide review of electorate office security, saying one of his offices has no security cameras. Police Minister Reece Whitby blamed social media for fuelling hostility and said some people are radicalised by abusive language. Housing Minister John Carey said he is abused online almost every week, while Opposition leader Basil Zempilas said families of public figures also face pressure.

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Former Victorian premier Jacinta Allan worried MP would be killed

Sister of murdered UK MP Jo Cox wants Australia to tone down rhetoric

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