Senedd members receiving threatening and abusive messages over 20mph stance
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00:00 I'd like to make some points concerning the debate surrounding the 20-mile-an-hour regulations
00:05 which came into force over the weekend.
00:07 Overnight, I've become aware of several Members, myself included, receiving abusive and threatening
00:12 messages on social media, email and telephone due to their stance on this topic.
00:19 Our staff have had to deal with much of this this morning.
00:22 Whilst it's encouraging to see unprecedented interest in our Petitions Committee and its
00:28 work, we all have a duty to ensure that public debate in Wales is measured, dignified and
00:33 respectful.
00:34 For us in this Chamber, that means setting the tone for how we expect others to express
00:39 their views, whatever their stance on this matter or any other matter, and that we do
00:44 that in a way that does not demean or undermine any individual.
00:48 I've received representations from one Member about the conduct of another Member during
00:53 yesterday's proceedings and have corresponded with both individuals accordingly.
00:58 I will conclude by urging Members to bear all of this in mind when articulating their
01:03 views in the Chamber and in turn influencing how others behave outside this Chamber.