UK counter-terrorism police say the murder of veteran right-wing politician Ann Widdecombe was a "targeted attack", as a 28-year-old man remained under arrest on suspicion of acts of "terrorism" and murder.

UK police say a 28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of killing former British politician Ann Widdecombe is now suspected of terrorism crimes.

Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) has confirmed it is now leading the investigation into the death of the 78-year-old former minister in Devon last week.