Nigel Farage says incident at his home 'directly linked' to Ann Widdecombe murder
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage claims an arson attempt at his home in 2025 is linked to the murder of Ann Widdecombe. Counter-terrorism police have reopened the investigation and referred themselves to the police watchdog over previous handling of the case.
Why it matters
The involvement of counter-terrorism units in a high-profile political figure's security incident raises significant questions about police accountability and potential threats to public officials.
Image source, PA Media Image caption, Nigel Farage said a "lit incendiary device" was pushed through his letterbox in April 2025
Nigel Farage said an incident at his London home last year was "directly linked" to the murder of Ann Widdecombe, after counter-terror police reopened an inquiry into it last week.
It relates to what Farage described as a "lit incendiary device" being pushed through his letterbox in April 2025, the BBC understands.
Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) London has also referred itself to the police watchdog over how the initial investigation was handled.
At a Monday press conference, the Reform UK leader said: "I understand this is a completely unprecedented move, and yes, this is directly linked to the murder of Ann Widdecombe, and I'm afraid I just can't tell you any more than that at this stage."
Widdecombe police reopen investigation into incident at Farage's home, BBC understands
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