Daughter of MP murdered five years ago says politicians still at risk
Summary
The daughter of MP Sir David Amess, who was murdered five years ago, says politicians continue to face serious threats. A government-led review is underway to find ways to improve the safety of members of parliament.Key Facts
- Sir David Amess, a Conservative MP, was stabbed to death during a public meeting in October 2021.
- His daughter, Katie Amess, says threats against politicians have increased since his death.
- A review, led by former justice secretary Sir Robert Buckland, was started by the government to improve MPs’ safety.
- Other politicians, like former MP Ann Widdecombe and current MPs, have also faced threats or attacks.
- The man accused of killing Widdecombe was charged with planning terror acts against political figures.
- Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch confirmed she and her family received threatening messages from a convicted man.
- Reform UK’s deputy leader Richard Tice says politicians need protection but must remain accessible to the public.
- Katie Amess says her father valued meeting people and would not want politicians to stop these meetings despite the risks.
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