Councillor Jason Zadrozny, the Leader of Ashfield District Council and the Independent Group on Nottinghamshire County Council has issued a statement on the murder of MP David Amess.
Councillor Zadrozny said, “This is terrible news – it is tragic that someone who gave his life to serving the public has lost his life – only a few years after the murder of Jo Cox.
‘I know that councils like Nottinghamshire County Council have taken steps to protect their politicians after the murder of Jo Cox.
“This includes providing them with the technology to alert authorities quickly if they feel threatened.’
“On behalf of Ashfield District Council – we send our condolences to the family of Mr Amess, the Conservative Party and his constituents in Southend.
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“It’s imperative that public servants feel safe when carrying out their very public roles. We’re all subject to threats online and in person and I hope in tribute to the life of Mr Amess – steps are taken to protect politicians at all levels.”