MPs in Greater Manchester have reacted with sadness and resilience following the tragic death of Sir David Amess. The 69-year-old, who had been an MP since 1983, died after being stabbed at a meeting in his Essex constituency this afternoon.
A 25-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering the Conservative veteran, who is married with five children. READ MORE: Conservative MP Sir David Amess dead after horrific stabbing Paying tribute, Prime Minister Boris Johnson described the father as one of the "kindest, nicest, most gentle people in politics." His words have been echoed throughout parliament, irrespective of MP's political backgrounds.
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