Widdecombe Murder Probed as Terrorism

Counter-terrorism police have taken over the investigation into the killing of former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe, who was found dead at her Devon home.

A 28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder remains in custody as new evidence emerged, though the suspect was reportedly not known to the anti-terror Prevent programme.

The case has ignited a fierce debate over MP security, with Reform UK leader Nigel Farage rejecting taxpayer-funded protection as inadequate and the Speaker of the House insisting all MPs are treated equally.

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood addressed the murder in the Commons, calling it a "dark day in our political life."