Jacob Rees-Mogg says protest was 'legitimate' after he was chased by demonstrators

Jacob Rees-Mogg has commented after he was chased by demonstrators as he left a speaking engagement at Cardiff University. While concerns were raised over the 'unacceptable' harassment of politicians, the Tory MP called it a 'legitimate and peaceful if noisy protest'. The activists hurled abuse at Sir Jacob as they waved Palestinian flags, while security staff could be seen warding off people trying to rush him.

' Jo Stevens, Labour's shadow Welsh secretary, said: 'I disagree with him on almost everything, but we cannot accept a culture of intimidation in our politics. 'The right to lawful protest is sacrosanct, but harassment and intimidation is unacceptable.

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