Swiftgate Sparks Diplomatic Spat Concerns
SWIFTGATE last night sparked fears of a diplomatic spat if ministers are forced to reject VIP security for visiting dignitaries – after granting it to the pop star.
Ex-Foreign Secretary Raises Concerns
Ex-Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said it would put the government in a "difficult position" now a precedent has been set.
Controversy Surrounding Taylor Swift's Police Escort
He hammered Home Secretary Yvette Cooper in the Commons for allegedly pressuring the Met Police to give Taylor Swift a police escort during her London shows last summer.
Political Fallout and Backlash
The row has snowballed since the Sun’s first exclusive after it emerged a string of Labour MPs were gifted free concert tickets and Sir Keir Starmer even met the singer backstage.
Ministers Grilled Over Security Arrangements
Home Office Minister Jess Phillips insisted that "operational decisions for policing falls to the police".
Former Foreign Secretary's Perspective
Shortly after becoming Foreign Secretary in 2022, Mr Cleverly was tasked with handling security arrangements for visiting presidents and PMs for the Queen’s funeral.
