Will Meakin-Durrant

Lindsay Hoyle rejected claims from Reform UK’s Zia Yusuf that Reform MPs were being denied adequate security following the death of Ann Widdecombe, emphasising that all MPs’ concerns are treated equally and forwarded to security officials. Police initially stated there was no indication of terrorism but later transferred the investigation to counter-terrorism officers after new evidence emerged. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood reiterated equal treatment for all MPs and offered Nigel Farage a meeting with Ravec to discuss Reform politicians’ safety. MPs raised broader concerns about online threats, with calls for greater accountability from tech companies. Government officials stressed the need to maintain the integrity of the ongoing murder investigation and encouraged anyone with information to contact police.