Former Conservative minister and television personality Ann Widdecombe has died at the age of 78. Her passing brings to a close one of the most distinctive and often controversial careers in modern British politics.
The announcement was made on 10 July by her management team, which described Widdecombe as a 'consummate professional' who remained passionate about public service and political debate until her death. Widdecombe served as a Conservative MP from 1987 to 2010 before later becoming associated with the Brexit Party and Reform UK.
