Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Peter Bedford (Conservative), on Monday, 13 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 46 members in total.

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Memorial for Ann Widdecombe

That this House expresses its profound sadness at the death of Ann Widdecombe and condemns the violence that led to her death; extends its deepest condolences to her family, friends and all those who knew and admired her; recognises her distinguished record of public service, including her 23 years as Member of Parliament for Maidstone and The Weald, and her wider contribution to public life; pays tribute to her longstanding commitment to animal welfare and animal rights throughout her parliamentary career; acknowledges her reputation as a parliamentarian of conviction who never wavered in speaking her mind and standing by her principles; and believes that her contribution to this House and to public life should be commemorated through the installation of a memorial in her memory within the Palace of Westminster.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

586 

Session

2026-27

Other sponsors

Tonia Antoniazzi

Andrew Rosindell

Jo White

Liz Saville Roberts

Helen Grant

Subjects

Palace of Westminster Monuments Widdecombe, Ann

Link

View this Early day motion on edm.parliament.uk