Tory MP questions government advisor's position after wife's Palestine Action post
Summary
A Conservative MP, Alicia Kearns, expressed concerns about National Security Advisor Jonathan Powell's role after his wife posted support for Palestine Action on social media. The Metropolitan Police reviewed the case and decided no criminal action was needed, but questions remain about whether Powell can continue in his position.Key Facts
- Alicia Kearns, a Conservative MP, raised questions about Jonathan Powell staying as National Security Advisor.
- Powell’s wife, Sarah Helm, posted on social media supporting Palestine Action.
- Palestine Action is a group banned as a terror organization in the UK.
- The Metropolitan Police found Helm’s posts did not break the law and closed the case.
- Kearns wrote to the prime minister and other officials about the situation and national security risks.
- Downing Street said Helm’s views are personal and not government positions.
- Palestine Action’s ban is being reviewed by the UK Supreme Court next month.
- The issue involves concerns over sensitive national security information and social media activity.
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