Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAnn Widdecombe, the 78-year-old Reform UK spokeswoman and former Tory minister, was found dead at her home in Haytor, Devon, on 9 July. Joshua Kerry, 28, from Rotherham, has been charged with her murder and appeared in court. Her family announced that a private service for close relatives and friends will be held, with a public memorial to follow later in the year. “While we are very grateful for the wide expression of condolences, the family would ask that this initial service is limited to those closest to Ann,” they said.Detectives are continuing to investigate any potential political or terrorist motivation behind the attack. In fullPublic memorial to be held for Ann Widdecombe following private funeralMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in