Anne Widdecombe Death: Do MPs need better security?
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Duncan Barkes leads a debate on the security needs of MPs following the suspected murder of Anne Widdecombe.
Duncan Barkes leads a debate on Talk following the suspected murder of Conservative figure Anne Widdecombe, as Devon and Cornwall Police continue questioning a suspect arrested 270 miles away. With politicians increasingly vulnerable to attack, Duncan asks how much security MPs should receive - and who should foot the bill - amid Reform UK warnings that capping political donations could endanger lives. Philip Kiszely, senior fellow at the New Culture Forum, examines the rise of political hatred, from campus radicalism to identity politics, after outrage erupted over a trans activist's post celebrating Whitcombe's death. Callers weigh in on where free-speech ends and incitement begins. Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts on Talk from Monday to Thursday, 10AM to 1PM. Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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