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Ann Widdecombe inquest to open as police probe ‘targeted attack’

The former MP died after suffering ‘serious injuries’

The Independent UK

Police have until Monday evening to question Ann Widdecombe suspect

A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of her murder and a terrorism offence.

Evening Standard

Reform UK Clippings Found in Home of Ann Widdecombe Murder Suspect – Political Motive Probe Intensifies

Police reportedly found newspaper clippings linked to Nigel Farage and Reform UK during searches of the suspect's South Yorkshire home.

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MPs told to build safe rooms at home by MI5 following Widdecombe death

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The Independent UK

MI5 advises vulnerable MPs to build a safe room at home

The National Protective Security Authority handed updated guidance to individuals at high risk which included the recommendation that they set up a ‘safer area’ where they can take shelter

The Independent UK

The questions continue as Reform UK blinks under an unwelcome spotlight

Nigel Farage’s ability to wrest control of the narrative and deflect attention away from his party’s finances has been put to the test in a tumultuous period of time, writes Anne McElvoy

Evening Standard

‘It becomes inevitable’: the toxic mix fuelling deadly political violence around world

After killing of a British former MP, experts say dehumanising rhetoric, declining institutional trust and disinformation fuelling a global problem

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Why Farage going ‘full conspiracy theory’ is not impressing voters in Clacton

NEWS ANALYSIS: Political editor David Maddox has been handed a letter Nigel Farage sent to voters in Clacton explaining why he called a by-election – one constituent called it ‘a self-pitying diatribe’

The Independent UK

Police offer MSPs security briefings amid concerns after Ann Widdecombe's death

MEMBERS of the Scottish Parliament have been offered security briefings by the police amid safety concerns following the death of Ann Widdecombe ...

The National (Scotland)

Australian MPs are facing a rising tide of security threats. Our national politics has lost its down-to-earth spirit

The price of higher security for MPs is further distancing between decision makers and those who elect them

The Guardian - AU

‘Ann Widdecombe was Dad’s best friend – her death is like a sick dream’

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The Independent UK

Ann Widdecombe was my dad’s best friend and her death is like a sick dream, daughter of murdered MP says

Ms Amess - who is still pushing for a public inquiry into her father’s death - said Ann Widdecombe’s death feels ‘just so cruel’

The Independent UK

Friday briefing: Is violence against politicians reshaping democracy in the UK?

In today’s newsletter: Years of rising hostility has transformed political work from public service into personal risk, moving MPs even further away from their constituents

The Guardian - UK

Ann Widdecombe’s death should make Britain ask itself: what sort of political culture do we want?

Dehumanising politicians is the first step towards justifying their elimination. It matters more than ever to keep putting the person back into the picture, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

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Evening Standard

What is the CPAC right-wing event happening in London - and who are the speakers?

CPAC has described itself as a conference promoting policies focused on national sovereignty, economic growth and free speech

The Independent UK

Police confirm person charged over Ann Widdecombe social media post

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The Independent UK

Person charged following Ann Widdecombe social media post

Police received report about online posts made following former MPs death

Evening Standard

50-year-old charged following Ann Widdecombe social media post

A report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal, police have said.

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Aberdeen University staffer charged over Ann Widdecombe death comments

AN Aberdeen University staffer has been arrested after posting comments online about Ann Widdecombe's death.

The Guardian - UK

At his final PMQs, Starmer soaked up the love from all sides – and even some tenderness from Kemi

It wasn’t his performances on Wednesday lunchtimes that did for the ultimate mid-table PM – it was all the other stuff

The Guardian - UK

Man arrested on suspicion of posting social media threat to shoot Nigel Farage

Met police detain man in his 20s after post on X was reported to them by parliamentary authorities in May

The Conversation

Ann Widdecombe killing: why police have told the public – including Nigel Farage – not to speculate

The death of 78-year-old Ann Widdecombe would have been surprising no matter the circumstances. The former Conservative minister and ex-Reform UK spokeswoman appeared to be in good health, giving an interview just minutes before her suspected killing.

The Independent UK

Reform accused of hypocrisy after Yusuf claims extreme criticism of his party is ‘incitement’ to violence

Nigel Farage’s party's home affairs spokesperson accused of rhetoric that 'serves people who seek to harm parliamentarians' after claim

The Independent UK

Police arrest man who threatened to shoot Reform UK party leader Nigel Farage

London police have arrested a man who threatened to shoot Reform UK party leader Nigel Farage on social media

The Independent UK

Man arrested after threatening to shoot Nigel Farage in social media post

A man in his 20s was held this week after posting on X last month

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