David Amess: Local politicians pay tribute after MP stabbed to death

Local politicians have paid tribute to an MP who has died after being stabbed in Essex.

Conservative MP Sir David Amess was killed while meeting constituents at a church in Leigh-on-Sea this afternoon.

Politicians from across the political spectrum have paid tribute to the 69-year-old who sadly lost his life.

Hereford and South Herefordshire MP Jesse Norman said he was "devastated" by the news.

He said: "Devastating news about David Amess. Literally the nicest, gentlest of colleagues. RIP".

West Worcestershire MP Harriet Baldwin said: "I am numb with grief and shock at this awful, awful news about a very dear colleague. Words cannot express how heartfelt are my condolences."

Brecon and Radnorshire MP Fay Jones said: "The worst possible news. He went into the House in the same year as my dad.

"Not only a brilliant constituency MP, David was kind and funny to everyone he met.

"Truly terrible day. Heartfelt condolences to his family."