Updated Jul 14, 2026 – 3.44pm, first published at 7.16amLondon | British police are facing a fresh round of criticism from political conservatives after a U-turn to now treat the murder of a former MP and minister as potential terrorism.Specialist counter-terrorism police on Monday took charge of the investigation into the murder of Ann Widdecombe at her home in rural England last week after fresh evidence emerged.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
Former MP’s murder case turns into terror probe
Counter-terrorism police have taken over the investigation of a high-profile former UK MP and conservative standard-bearer after new evidence emerged.
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