U.K. counterterrorism police take over former MP Ann Widdecombe death probe

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Dereliction of duty!' Reform UK fires back over Labour's decision to cut Nigel Farage's security by 75%.

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Robert Jenrick has launched a scathing attack on Shabana Mahmood after offering a meeting to Nigel Farage over his security.Speaking to GB News, the Reform UK MP criticised the Home Secretary's "appalling dereliction of duty" after previously cutting the Reform leader's security.Confirming her offer to meet with Mr Farage today, Ms Mahmood told MPs: "I recognise the particular concern that the Reform Party will feel today, and of course Nigel Farage, the party's leader."I'm happy to offer a meeting for Mr Farage with the chair of Ravec (Royal and VIP Executive Committee), the independent body within the Home Office that manages the security of those in public life." TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Criticising Ms Mahmood's decision in light of the death of Ann Widdecombe, Mr Jenrick told GB News: "The decision of the Government last year to massively reduce the security provided to Nigel Farage as the leader of Reform, as one, if not the most endangered member of Parliament in...

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Government Minister WSJShabana Mahmood tells MPs suspect in Ann Widdecombe investigation ‘not known to Prevent' – UK politics live The Guardian28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murdering former UK lawmaker

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Reform UK Deputy Leader Richard Tice has paid tribute to Ann Widdecombe in a powerful speech in the House of Commons, following an update from Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood into her murder.Speaking to MPs, Mr Tice said: "She had an incredible work ethic.

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She was an incredible orator who always spoke without notes, absolutely remarkable.

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Her political career, I checked earlier, in 23 years she made over 8,000 contributions in this place.

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When an honourable member said that she should disappear with her broomstick, she immediately replied, 'I have my broomstick and I will cast a spell over you'.

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And that was her nature.

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A: And that was her nature.

B: Police initially said her death was not believed to be terror-related but on Monday, it was announced counter-terror police were taking over the investigation.

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**Summary:** UK counterterrorism police have taken over the investigation into the death of former MP Ann Widdecombe, following a change in their initial assessment that her death was not related to terrorism. **Why It Matters:** This development highlights the increasing role of counterterrorism agencies in investigating high-profile deaths and underscores concerns about potential