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<p>The Parliamentary Security Department (PSD) works closely with the Metropolitan
Police (MPS). PSD officials meet with the MPS frequently to discuss anticipated or
ongoing issues, which can include intimidation of Parliamentarians and staff by protestors
when entering and leaving the estate.</p><p>PSD holds a weekly meeting with the MPS,
Black Rod and the Serjeant at Arms to assess forthcoming events for potential issues
around access and security, enabling PSD and MPS responses to be updated accordingly.
For security reasons we do not provide details of security arrangements.</p><p>When
high levels of protest activity are expected, Parliamentarians are sent communications
advising them of access information and security advice. Parliamentarians are also
encouraged to raise any security concerns with the Director of Security for Parliament,
and to raise access queries with Black Rod.</p>
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