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Labour MP Jo Cox dies after attack in West Yorkshire – latest updates Labour MP Jo Cox dies after attack in West Yorkshire – latest updates
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Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has been joined in Parliament Square tonight by many MPs, some of whom entered the Commons last year along with Cox.
He described her as a “wonderful woman who stood for many things – human rights, peace and justice” and said she was an exemplary MP. Her death was “beyond appalling”, Corbyn added.
The class of 2015 were grieving deeply tonight. “We mourn and we are suspending all [referendum] campaigning activities until the weekend as a mark of respect,” Corbyn said. “Hatred will never solve problems. Jo believed that.”
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Thanks to my colleagues Mark Tran and Andrew Sparrow earlier – Chris Johnston here with the latest developments on this tragic event.
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Jo Cox made her first speech in the House of Commons on 3 June 2015, during a debate on “devolution and growth across Britain”.
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What we know so far
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Nick Gannon, 33, who lived two doors down from Tommy Mair - the man named locally as the suspected killer - knew him since he was 10 years old. Nick Gannon, 33, who lived two doors down from Thomas Mair – the man named locally as the suspected killer – knew him since he was 10 years old.
“It’s shocking. He were a quiet guy, you would not think it of him. He would cut elderly people’s grass voluntarily. There were no reason to think he would be capable of something like this.” “It’s shocking. He were a quiet guy, you would not think it of him. He would cut elderly people’s grass voluntarily. There were no reason to think he would be capable of something like this.
Gannon added: “He was friendly. If you said hello to him, he would say hello back. He was not aggressive or anything. He wasn’t frightening.” “He was friendly. If you said hello to him, he would say hello back. He was not aggressive or anything. He wasn’t frightening.”
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Gabrielle Giffords, the US House of Representatives member who survived being shot in the head in 2011, has tweeted:Gabrielle Giffords, the US House of Representatives member who survived being shot in the head in 2011, has tweeted:
Absolutely sickened to hear of the assassination of Jo Cox. She was young, courageous, and hardworking. A rising star, mother, and wife.Absolutely sickened to hear of the assassination of Jo Cox. She was young, courageous, and hardworking. A rising star, mother, and wife.
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Former Labour leader Ed Miliband is the latest Labour figure to pay tribute to Jo Cox:Former Labour leader Ed Miliband is the latest Labour figure to pay tribute to Jo Cox:
My heart breaks for the loss of Jo Cox and for Brendan and their kids. She was so full of life and joy. Words feel hopeless right now.”My heart breaks for the loss of Jo Cox and for Brendan and their kids. She was so full of life and joy. Words feel hopeless right now.”
He praised her husband’s “extraordinary dignity, love and compassion”, adding: “Brendan – we all stand with you and grieve with you.”He praised her husband’s “extraordinary dignity, love and compassion”, adding: “Brendan – we all stand with you and grieve with you.”
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Scotland’s first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has issued a statement in response to the death of Jo Cox.Scotland’s first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has issued a statement in response to the death of Jo Cox.
This is utterly shocking and tragic news, which has left everyone stunned.This is utterly shocking and tragic news, which has left everyone stunned.
My thoughts this evening are with Jo Cox’s family - my heart breaks for them. Although I didn’t know Jo personally, I know she was held in huge regard as a brilliant young woman, who had already contributed a huge amount in her time in Parliament, and today she was simply going about her job as a local MP.My thoughts this evening are with Jo Cox’s family - my heart breaks for them. Although I didn’t know Jo personally, I know she was held in huge regard as a brilliant young woman, who had already contributed a huge amount in her time in Parliament, and today she was simply going about her job as a local MP.
My thoughts and condolences also go to Jo’s colleagues in the Labour party and to the many friends she had clearly made across the political spectrum.”My thoughts and condolences also go to Jo’s colleagues in the Labour party and to the many friends she had clearly made across the political spectrum.”
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Tributes are coming not only from politicians but from charities – Jo Cox worked in the humanitarian field for many years. The interim chief executive of Save the Children, Tanya Steele, said:Tributes are coming not only from politicians but from charities – Jo Cox worked in the humanitarian field for many years. The interim chief executive of Save the Children, Tanya Steele, said:
Our heartfelt thoughts are with the family of Jo Cox. She has been a great friend and supporter of Save the Children fighting for the rights of children here in the UK and around the world. As a member of parliament, she was an outspoken advocate for the children of Syria. At this terrible time, our sincere condolences go to Jo’s husband Brendan, who was Save the Children’s director of policy and advocacy until last year.Our heartfelt thoughts are with the family of Jo Cox. She has been a great friend and supporter of Save the Children fighting for the rights of children here in the UK and around the world. As a member of parliament, she was an outspoken advocate for the children of Syria. At this terrible time, our sincere condolences go to Jo’s husband Brendan, who was Save the Children’s director of policy and advocacy until last year.
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Jo Cox made her maiden speech in June last year. The full text is here in the Yorkshire Post. In it she speaks with pride about her Yorkshire roots and discusses issues such as economic regeneration, the HS2 rail project and her commitment to the EU. Here is a flavour of what she said:Jo Cox made her maiden speech in June last year. The full text is here in the Yorkshire Post. In it she speaks with pride about her Yorkshire roots and discusses issues such as economic regeneration, the HS2 rail project and her commitment to the EU. Here is a flavour of what she said:
Batley and Spen is a gathering of typically independent, no-nonsense and proud Yorkshire towns and villages. Our communities have been deeply enhanced by immigration, be it of Irish Catholics across the constituency or of Muslims from Gujarat in India or from Pakistan, principally from Kashmir. While we celebrate our diversity, what surprises me time and time again as I travel around the constituency is that we are far more united and have far more in common with each other than things that divide us...Batley and Spen is a gathering of typically independent, no-nonsense and proud Yorkshire towns and villages. Our communities have been deeply enhanced by immigration, be it of Irish Catholics across the constituency or of Muslims from Gujarat in India or from Pakistan, principally from Kashmir. While we celebrate our diversity, what surprises me time and time again as I travel around the constituency is that we are far more united and have far more in common with each other than things that divide us...
Businesses in my constituency want help to address the skills mismatch at local level which leaves employers with staff shortages and young people without jobs. They want access to reliable sources of finance, including a network of local banks. They want to connect to a regional infrastructure that works for them, not rail price hikes of more than 126% and endless delays to key transport projects such as the electrification of the line from Manchester to Leeds. Many businesses in Yorkshire want the security and stability of Britain’s continued membership of the European Union, a cause I look forward to championing passionately in this place and elsewhere...I am Batley and Spen born and bred, and I could not be prouder of that. I am proud that I was made in Yorkshire and I am proud of the things we make in Yorkshire. Britain should be proud of that, too. I look forward to representing the great people of Batley and Spen here over the next five years.Businesses in my constituency want help to address the skills mismatch at local level which leaves employers with staff shortages and young people without jobs. They want access to reliable sources of finance, including a network of local banks. They want to connect to a regional infrastructure that works for them, not rail price hikes of more than 126% and endless delays to key transport projects such as the electrification of the line from Manchester to Leeds. Many businesses in Yorkshire want the security and stability of Britain’s continued membership of the European Union, a cause I look forward to championing passionately in this place and elsewhere...I am Batley and Spen born and bred, and I could not be prouder of that. I am proud that I was made in Yorkshire and I am proud of the things we make in Yorkshire. Britain should be proud of that, too. I look forward to representing the great people of Batley and Spen here over the next five years.
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Gordon Brown says this is 'a devastating day – and a devastating blow to our democracy'
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Gordon Brown, the former prime minister, has put out this statement about the death of Jo Cox.
Our memories will be for ever scarred by this moment. Our hearts will always be hurt at our country’s loss.
Jo Cox was the most vivacious, personable, dynamic and committed friend you could ever have. Whenever you talked to her, the compassion in her eyes and the commitment in her soul shone through. Years of public service advancing the causes she cared passionately about should have been ahead of her.
Sarah and I were privileged to work with Jo and her husband Brendan over many years and in her tireless efforts on behalf of poor and desolate children and mothers. She went to some of the most dangerous places in the world. The last place she should have been in danger was in her home town.
People will say that this does not happen in Britain. This should not happen in Britain. And we must resolve that this will never again happen in Britain.
My and Sarah’s thoughts and prayers are with Brendan and their two young children Cuillin and Lejla this evening. They will have all our support in the difficult days ahead. For them and for those of us who were Jo’s friends, this is a devastating day. And it is a devastating blow to our democracy.
And this is from Sarah Brown, Gordon’s wife.
I am heartbroken. Jo had a truly remarkable spirit and passion that shone through in her work with Oxfam and with me on our countless campaigns for women and children.
Jo cared about everybody but she reserved a special place in her heart for the most vulnerable and the poorest citizens of the world.
She was fearless, she was endlessly upbeat and she reached out to so many to join her cause. Her mission was to make the world a better place.
But above all else Jo had utter devotion to her husband Brendan and their two children Cuillin and Lejla.
That’s all from me. My colleague Mark Tran is now taking over.
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Jo Cox's husband Brendan: 'Jo believed in a better world and fought for it every day'
Brendan Cox, the MP’s husband, has issued a statement about her death. He says she would have wanted everyone to unite “to fight against the hatred that killed her”.
Today is the beginning of a new chapter in our lives. More difficult, more painful, less joyful, less full of love. I and Jo’s friends and family are going to work every moment of our lives to love and nurture our kids and to fight against the hate that killed Jo.
Jo believed in a better world and she fought for it every day of her life with an energy, and a zest for life that would exhaust most people.
She would have wanted two things above all else to happen now, one that our precious children are bathed in love and two, that we all unite to fight against the hatred that killed her. Hate doesn’t have a creed, race or religion, it is poisonous.
Jo would have no regrets about her life, she lived every day of it to the full.
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David Cameron has posted a further tribute on Twitter.
PM on Jo Cox: We’ve lost a great star. Jo was a great campaigning MP with huge compassion & a big heart. My thoughts are with her family.
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Here are some more of the tributes to Jo Cox from MPs and other British politicians on Twitter.
Incredibly sad to hear shocking news about Jo Cox. All my thoughts with Brendan and their children
One of liveliest, bravest & most passionate MPs. Thoughtful, creative, determined. Cannot believe we have lost you @Jo_Cox1
Very sad to learn that Labour MP Jo Cox has died following appalling attack. Condolences to her family, friends and colleagues.
Deeply saddened to hear Jo Cox MP has died. My thoughts and condolences go to her family and friends
Shocking & devastating news to hear Jo Cox has died. She will be much missed across Parliament. My thoughts & prayers are with her family xx
Devastating news about Jo Cox MP. Thoughts and prayers with her family and colleagues at this sad time.
Pauline & I are devastated to hear of Jo Cox's murder. A brilliant campaigner & local MP. Such a terrible loss to her family and to us all.
Appalling news. My thoughts with Jo Cox's husband and children. Please let us stay calm and wait for the police to establish what happened.
Utterly heartbroken my friend Jo Cox has died - killed when doing her duty. Thinking of Brendan & her children now. pic.twitter.com/QYyrySfIHA
Terribly sad to hear of the death of Jo Cox, senselessly killed working for her constituents.
Jo Cox was much loved by both sides. This casts a pall over all politics.
My thoughts and prayers with the family of Jo Cox MP who was just doing her job serving the community she represented for too short a time.
Jo Cox was the most lovely person, heartfelt sympathy to her husband her children & the community she devoted herself to
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Here is David Cameron on the death of Jo Cox.
The death of Jo Cox is a tragedy. She was a committed and caring MP. My thoughts are with her husband Brendan and her two young children.
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Here is a statement from Theresa May, the home secretary, on the death of Jo Cox.
Home Secretary Theresa May's full statement after the awful murder of Jo Cox MP: pic.twitter.com/mpdV8eq9OI
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West Yorkshire police chief's statement
Here is the statement by Dee Collins, the temporary chief constable of West Yorkshire police.
I’m now very sad to have to report that [Jo Cox] has died as a result of her injuries.
Before going into further detail I would like to express our deepest sympathies to her family and friends at this tragic time.
Jo was attacked by a man who inflicted serious and, sadly ultimately fatal, injuries.
Subsequently there was a further attack on a 77-year-old man who sustained injuries that are non life threatening.
Shortly afterwards a man was arrested nearby by local uniformed police officers. Weapons, including a firearm, have also been recovered.
At 1.48pm Jo Cox was was pronounced deceased by a doctor who was working with a paramedic crew that were attending to her serious injuries.
This is a very significant investigation with large numbers of witnesses that have been spoken to by police at this time.
There is a large and significant crime scene and there is a large police presence in the area.
A full investigation is under way to establish the motive for this attack.
There are specifically trained officers with Jo’s immediate family who are fully aware of what has taken place and we would ask the media to respect their privacy at this very difficult time.
Additional officers are working in the local community this afternoon and evening in order to provide reassurance and support to our communties.
Clearly, as this inquiry is at an early stage and we have an individual under arrest, we are not in a position to discuss any motive at this time.
We are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.
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And this is from Tom Watson, the deputy Labour leader.
The whole of the Labour movement is devastated at Jo’s death. We have lost a colleague so young who had much more to contribute to public life. She was our future.
It is hard to comprehend how a compassionate, principled and beautiful person can be taken away from us so cruelly. It’s even more devastating because she was doing what she did best - serving her constituents.
We grieve her loss. Our love and prayers are with Brendan and Jo’s family.
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Corbyn's tribute to Jo Cox
Jeremy Corbyn has issued this tribute to Jo Cox.
The whole of the Labour party and Labour family - and indeed the whole country - will be in shock at the horrific murder of Jo Cox today.
Jo had a lifelong record of public service and a deep commitment to humanity. She worked both for Oxfam and the anti-slavery charity, the Freedom Fund, before she was elected last year as MP for Batley and Spen – where she was born and grew up.
Jo was dedicated to getting us to live up to our promises to support the developing world and strengthen human rights – and she brought those values and principles with her when she became an MP.
Jo died doing her public duty at the heart of our democracy, listening to and representing the people she was elected to serve. It is a profoundly important cause for us all.
Jo was universally liked at Westminster, not just by her Labour colleagues, but across Parliament.
In the coming days, there will be questions to answer about how and why she died. But for now all our thoughts are with Jo’s husband Brendan and their two young children. They will grow up without their mum, but can be immensely proud of what she did, what she achieved and what she stood for.
We send them our deepest condolences. We have lost a much loved colleague, a real talent and a dedicated campaigner for social justice and peace. But they have lost a wife and a mother, and our hearts go out to them.
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Dee Collins says the police think this was a lone incident.
But high-visibility patrols are in the area.
And prominent individuals are being briefed, she says.
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