There have been strong rumblings throughout the day, but now ConHome have confirmed it: Ann Widdecombe will run for the Speakership. The big problem, of course, is that she’s standing down as an MP at the next election – so she’d only be an interim Speaker – and I’m not sure either the public or Parliament have the appetite for a temporary fix to the problem. Still, her natural popularity should ensure she picks up some support among those who think its rightfully time for a Tory.
Peter Hoskin
Ann Widdecombe to run for the Speakership

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