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Why Ann Widdecombe’s murder has shaken Britain

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Show Notes

Claire Fox joins Tom Slater and Hugo Timms to discuss the murder of Ann Widdecombe and the despicable reactions to it. Plus, they reflect on the cringey coronation of Andy Burnham.

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