When is Ann Widdecombe’s funeral? What to know as venue pays tribute to former MP

• A private requiem mass for Ann Widdecombe will take place on Wednesday at Buckfast Abbey in Devon, where she regularly worshipped.
• The 78-year-old former Conservative minister and Reform UK spokeswoman died on 8 July after being attacked at her Dartmoor home.
• Joshua Kerry, 28, from Rotherham, South Yorkshire, was charged with her murder on 20 July.
• Buckfast Abbey paid tribute to Ms Widdecombe, describing her as a dedicated public servant of profound faith and a kind, warm character.
• A public memorial service will be held later in the year, following a request from her family to keep the initial funeral service private.

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Ann Widdecombe’s funeral details confirmed as ‘kind and warm’ politician remembered