Wokingham Conservative Association was appalled to hear of the senseless and unforgiveable murder of Sir David Amess.
Sir David was a great parliamentarian who represented Southend West with honour and integrity, always doing his best to champion the interests of his constituents.
We stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Southend West and our thoughts and hearts are with Sir David’s family.
All campaigning is suspended until further notice.
John Redwood MP writes: David was a long-standing friend and colleague. His senseless murder leaves his family devastated, his friends bereft and his constituents without a dedicated MP. He went to great lengths to help his constituents and to represent his area. He was always kind, hard working and willing to engage with people of wide ranging views. He was a great campaigner and a helpful mentor to new MPs.
His tragic death will not stop MPs talking directly to people or being active in their constituencies. There have been too many murders of MPs during recent decades, when MPs strive to ensure the nation’s disagreements and passions are settled through votes and arguments, not violence.
