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Two Arrested for Disruptive Phone Prank in Commons

11/16/2025

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Police arrested two men in connection with a mobile phone found in the House of Commons, which was allegedly planted to disrupt a session during prime minister’s questions.
The phone, discovered on September 3, 2023, was intended to play sex noises during a debate between Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch.
One man in his 30s was arrested on September 5, 2023, and another in his 60s on September 30, 2023, both for public nuisance.
Security measures were increased following the incident, resulting in canceled tours and restricted access.
The investigation is ongoing amid a strike by security staff over pay and conditions.

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Story summary

Police arrested two men in connection with a mobile phone found in the House of Commons, which was allegedly planted to disrupt a session during prime minister’s questions.
The phone, discovered on September 3, 2023, was intended to play sex noises during a debate between Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch.
One man in his 30s was arrested on September 5, 2023, and another in his 60s on September 30, 2023, both for public nuisance.
Security measures were increased following the incident, resulting in canceled tours and restricted access.
The investigation is ongoing amid a strike by security staff over pay and conditions.