Ann Widdecombe public memorial set for later this year

Ann Widdecombe's family says a public memorial will be held later this year, following a private funeral for family and close friends in the coming weeks.

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Ann Widdecombe to be honoured with private service ahead of public memorial

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BBC Published 23 July 2026

Ann Widdecombe public memorial to be held later this year, family says

It will follow a private funeral for family and close friends, which will be held in the coming weeks.

Sky Published 23 July 2026

Ann Widdecombe to be honoured with private service ahead of public memorial

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