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Glasgow politician "followed" to car by councillor who "wanted to touch and hug" had to call police

Source: Glasgow Live

Councillor Rhiannon Spear shared her experience as women from across the political parties called for an end to the 'toxic' atmosphere in politics, which causes many female councillors to step down.

A Glasgow politician who was "followed" to her car by a married councillor who consistently "wanted to touch and hug her" ended up having to call the police.

Councillor Rhiannon Spear, SNP, has said she was "scared for her safety" after being harassed by the unnamed man from another party.

It came as female councillors called for an end to the "toxic" atmosphere in politics at a full Glasgow City Council meeting yesterday.

Click here to read the full article published by Glasgow Live on 1 April 2022.

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Councillor Rhiannon Spear shared her experience as women from across the political parties called for an end to the 'toxic' atmosphere in politics, which causes many female councillors to step down.

A Glasgow politician who was "followed" to her car by a married councillor who consistently "wanted to touch and hug her" ended up having to call the police.

Councillor Rhiannon Spear, SNP, has said she was "scared for her safety" after being harassed by the unnamed man from another party.

It came as female councillors called for an end to the "toxic" atmosphere in politics at a full Glasgow City Council meeting yesterday.

Click here to read the full article published by Glasgow Live on 1 April 2022.

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