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Ann Widdecombe struck 21 times with hammer as suspect appears in court

Ann Widdecombe struck 21 times with hammer as suspect appears in court

Prosecutors presented video evidence during a hearing for Joshua Kerry, who is accused of the fatal attack on former minister Ann Widdecombe. Authorities continue to investigate the motive for the killing.

Politics ·21 Jul 2026, 17:32 ·Clara West 3 min read
Nigel Farage demands 'general election now!' as Andy Burnham strolls ...

Nigel Farage demands 'general election now!' as Andy Burnham strolls ...

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has demanded an immediate general election after Andy Burnham became Prime Minister following Sir Keir Starmer's resignation.

Politics ·20 Jul 2026, 14:43 ·Clara West 4 min read
Nigel Farage received taxpayer-funded security after accepting £5m gift

Nigel Farage received taxpayer-funded security after accepting £5m gift

Nigel Farage is being investigated by the parliamentary standards commissioner over a £5m gift that was not declared in the Register of Members' Interests.

Transport ·17 Jul 2026, 01:05 ·Rhys Morgan 4 min read
Labour MP Natalie Fleet apologises for tweet attacking Nigel Farage

Labour MP Natalie Fleet apologises for tweet attacking Nigel Farage

Minister Natalie Fleet issued an apology after facing backlash for a tweet criticizing Reform UK leader Nigel Farage following the death of Ann Widdecombe.

Politics ·15 Jul 2026, 19:03 ·Clara West 3 min read
Police 'considering left-wing motive' in Ann Widdecombe murder probe

Police 'considering left-wing motive' in Ann Widdecombe murder probe

Counter-terrorism officers are investigating whether the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe was driven by extremist ideology. A 28-year-old suspect is currently being held under the Terrorism Act.

Politics ·15 Jul 2026, 08:05 ·Clara West 3 min read
Ann Widdecombe death treated as targeted attack by counterterror police

Ann Widdecombe death treated as targeted attack by counterterror police

Authorities have escalated the murder investigation of former MP Ann Widdecombe to a counter-terrorism probe following new evidence of a targeted attack. Police are now examining whether the suspect intended to target other Reform UK figures.

World ·14 Jul 2026, 21:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Ann Widdecombe found dead after 24‑hour delay, police hunt killer

Ann Widdecombe found dead after 24‑hour delay, police hunt killer

A murder investigation is underway following the death of Ann Widdecombe at her Haytor bungalow. Police are searching for a white male suspect.

Politics ·14 Jul 2026, 10:04 ·Clara West 3 min read
Zia Yusuf clashes with Commons Speaker over Reform MP security concerns

Zia Yusuf clashes with Commons Speaker over Reform MP security concerns

Zia Yusuf has accused parliamentary authorities of neglecting the safety of Reform UK MPs, leading to a public confrontation with Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle. The House of Commons rejects these claims, citing a rigorous, risk-based assessment process.

Politics ·13 Jul 2026, 15:04 ·Clara West 3 min read
Reform UK accuses Labour of endangering MPs as private security costs mount

Reform UK accuses Labour of endangering MPs as private security costs mount

Reform UK claims state-funded security for its MPs has been reduced, leading the party to rely on private donors to cover protection costs.

Politics ·13 Jul 2026, 11:07 ·Clara West 3 min read
Ann Widdecombe, former Conservative minister, dies aged 78

Ann Widdecombe, former Conservative minister, dies aged 78

Ann Widdecombe, the former Conservative MP and TV personality, has died at 78 following an investigation into serious injuries discovered at her Dartmoor home.

Politics ·12 Jul 2026, 11:04 ·Clara West 3 min read
Ann Widdecombe murder suspect arrested by police

Ann Widdecombe murder suspect arrested by police

Authorities have arrested a 28-year-old man following the death of former parliamentarian Ann Widdecombe at her home in Haytor. Police are investigating.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 04:31 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Man arrested on suspicion of murder after Ann Widdecombe found dead

Man arrested on suspicion of murder after Ann Widdecombe found dead

Former Conservative minister and Reform UK spokesperson Ann Widdecombe has been found dead at her home in Dartmoor, sparking a major murder investigation.

Politics ·11 Jul 2026, 00:03 ·Clara West 3 min read
Police investigate £500,000 in Reform UK donations from Fiona Cottrell

Police investigate £500,000 in Reform UK donations from Fiona Cottrell

Metropolitan Police detectives are investigating potential breaches of electoral law concerning £500,000 in donations made to Reform UK by Fiona Cottrell.

Politics ·10 Jul 2026, 12:33 ·Clara West 3 min read
Clacton voters criticise Nigel Farage over costly by-election plans

Clacton voters criticise Nigel Farage over costly by-election plans

Nigel Farage faces backlash from Clacton residents and political opponents over the high cost of his triggered by-election. Critics describe the contest as a vanity move to avoid scrutiny regarding a parliamentary investigation into a £5 million donation.

Politics ·9 Jul 2026, 20:33 ·Clara West 3 min read
Reform’s mayoral hopeful: I’ll tear down Manchester’s one-party state

Reform’s mayoral hopeful: I’ll tear down Manchester’s one-party state

Property developer and Baguley councillor Sian Astley is campaigning to lead the Greater Manchester Combined Authority in the upcoming 30 July by-election.

Politics ·9 Jul 2026, 18:33 ·Clara West 3 min read
Nigel Farage faces criticism as Clacton voters slam shock by-election plan

Nigel Farage faces criticism as Clacton voters slam shock by-election plan

Nigel Farage is facing criticism after resigning his Clacton seat to trigger a by-election. Opponents claim the move is an attempt to avoid a parliamentary investigation into his financial disclosures.

Politics ·9 Jul 2026, 14:36 ·Clara West 3 min read
Nigel Farage resigns as Clacton MP to trigger by-election

Nigel Farage resigns as Clacton MP to trigger by-election

Nigel Farage has announced his resignation as the MP for Clacton-on-Sea to force a by-election, framing the move as a challenge against the political establishment amid ongoing financial conduct investigations.

Politics ·7 Jul 2026, 16:38 ·Clara West 3 min read
Nigel Farage to address finance row in statement on his public future

Nigel Farage to address finance row in statement on his public future

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces scrutiny over undisclosed financial benefits from wealthy donors. He will address whether he remains a front-bench politician.

Politics ·7 Jul 2026, 14:37 ·Clara West 3 min read
UK tightens overseas donation rules amid probe into Nigel Farage finances

UK tightens overseas donation rules amid probe into Nigel Farage finances

New UK election funding laws require candidates to prove the legitimacy of pre-candidacy donations as officials investigate Reform UK leader Nigel Farage. The measures aim to counter foreign interference and what Housing Minister Steve Reed called dodgy funding.

Transport ·6 Jul 2026, 13:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Nigel Farage denies wrongdoing amid growing Reform UK funding scandal

Nigel Farage denies wrongdoing amid growing Reform UK funding scandal

Nigel Farage is facing calls for a parliamentary inquiry following reports that an aide provided undeclared funding for housing, security, and staffing.

Politics ·6 Jul 2026, 09:02 ·Clara West 3 min read