In a commentary piece, Peter Hitchens argues against using the reported death of Ann Widdecombe as justification for expanding security arrangements for politicians. He says he does not know the details of Widdecombe’s death and therefore will not discuss it until after any related trial, if one occurs. Hitchens’ main point is that he believes greater protection should be focused on ordinary citizens rather than on MPs or well-known public figures. The article reflects skepticism toward political efforts to link Widdecombe’s death to broader security policy changes for Members of Parliament, suggesting that such arguments risk misdirecting resources or attention. Overall, the sources present Hitchens’ view as commentary rather than new reporting, emphasizing restraint on the specifics of the death until legal proceedings conclude, while addressing the broader debate about who should receive enhanced security.
Peter Hitchens criticises proposals for increased security for MPs
In a commentary piece, Peter Hitchens argues against using the reported death of Ann Widdecombe as justification for expanding security arrangements for politicians. He says he does not know the detai...
- Peter Hitchens says he does not know the details of Ann Widdecombe’s death.
- He says he will not discuss the death until after any trial, if one takes place.
- He criticises politicians for using Widdecombe’s death to argue for more security for MPs.
- He argues that protection should be aimed at ordinary citizens rather than MPs or famous people.
I know nothing about the death of Ann Widdecombe , and won't discuss it until after any trial which may result. But I do wish that politicians would not use it as an argument for more security for MPs.
7 hours agoI know nothing about the death of Ann Widdecombe , and won't discuss it until after any trial which may result. But I do wish that politicians would not use it as an argument for more security for MPs.
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