Ann Widdecombe was 'beacon of hope' for daughter of murdered MP Sir David Amess

Ann had a very close friendship with Katie Amess(Image: AFP via Getty Images)

Ann Widdecombe was 'beacon of hope' for daughter of murdered MP Sir David Amess

TL;DR

  • Katie Amess, daughter of murdered MP Sir David Amess, is campaigning for a public inquiry into his death.
  • She finds the government's independent review, led by Sir Robert Buckland KC, to be insufficient.
  • Ms. Amess described Ann Widdecombe as a 'great source of strength and a beacon of hope' following her father's murder.
  • She expressed her grief and tragedy over Ann Widdecombe's recent passing, noting their close friendship.
  • Ms. Amess has been campaigning for answers for five years and feels the process has been frustrating.
  • She questioned the government's support for the family of a long-serving colleague after the tragedy.
  • Ms. Amess is fearful for politicians' safety following the murders of Sir David Amess and Ann Widdecombe.