Farage Terror Plot Charge
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- Francine WolfiszDaily Mail
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- George LithgowEvening Standard
- Brian MelleyToronto Star
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Farage Terror Plot Charge. (2026, October 9). The Aporia. https://the-aporia.com/event/52414
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Kerry, from Rotherham in northern England, appeared at London's Westminster Magistrates' Court where he spoke only to confirm his name and age.
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Joshua Kerry, 28, of Rotherham, South Yorkshire, has been charged with one count of preparation of terrorist acts under the Terrorism Act 2006.12
The charge relates to activity alleged to have taken place between May 31, 2024 and July 8, 2026, including actions planned against Nigel Farage, the MP for Clacton.12
Ann Widdecombe, a Reform UK spokeswoman and former Tory minister, was found dead at her home in Devon on July 9, 2026.12
Widdecombe is said to have been hit over the head with a hammer more than 21 times at her property in Haytor, Dartmoor.13
Kerry was also charged with Widdecombe's murder and appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Wednesday.24
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Sources cited (5)
- Ann Widdecombe murder suspect, 28, charged with planning acts of terrorism against Nigel Farage Daily Mail, 2 Oct
- Widdecombe suspect charged with planning terror act against Farage BBC, 2 Oct
- UK man accused of planning terrorism acts against Nigel Farage also charged in murder of another politician Fox News, 2 Oct
- Farage ‘not listened to’ over safety worries, Tice says after terror plot charge Evening Standard, 3 Oct
- Man appears in UK court accused of trying to break into Reform leader Farage's home The Straits Times, 7 Oct
What happened
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Joshua Kerry, 28, of Rotherham, South Yorkshire, was charged on Friday with one count of preparation of terrorist acts under the Terrorism Act 2006.
The man accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe has also been charged with preparing acts of terror including against Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.
Widdecombe, 78, was a prominent figure in Reform UK, who was found dead at her home in rural southwest England on July 9 after being attacked the day before.
Farage, often credited with forcing a referendum on whether Britain should stay in the European Union, has been one of the most influential figures in British politics for more than a decade.
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Joshua Kerry, 28, appeared in court accused of preparing terrorist acts involving online reconnaissance of prominent individuals like Nigel Farage and institutions between May 31, 2024, and July 8, 2026. Kerry is also charged with the murder of Anne Widdecombe, who was found dead on July 8 after being attacked at her home in Devon. The article reports that Kerry allegedly attempted to gain entry into Farage’s home…
Man accused of Farage terror plot researched ‘prominent people and institutions’ →7 articles from Evening Standard on this storyJoshua Kerry, accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe, is also facing charges related to an alleged terrorist plot against Nigel Farage's home in April 2025. Prosecutor Kashif Malik told Westminster Magistrates Court that Kerry attempted to break into Farage's residence armed with a bottle of lighter fluid and left evidence behind, including toolmarks on the door frame and traces of his vehicle nearby. The court learned…
Ann Widdecombe murder suspect Joshua Kerry 'tried to batter down Nigel Farage's front door armed with bottle of lighter fluid' in terror plot against Reform leader, court told →4 articles from Daily Mail on this storyAt his preliminary hearing at the Old Bailey, prosecutors alleged that Joshua Kerry, 28, who is accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe, had a "particular hostility to Reform" and an extreme left-wing or anti-establishment mindset. The prosecution added that the murder was politically and ideologically motivated with a terrorist connection. Kerry faces charges including preparing terrorist acts through online…
Widdecombe suspect had 'particular hostility to Reform', court told →3 articles from BBC on this storyA 28-year-old British man named Joshua Kerry has been charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe, a prominent member of Nigel Farage's Reform UK party. He is also accused of engaging in terrorism-related activities aimed at Farage between May and July 2024, including research on targeted individuals and attempted entry to Farage’s home. Prosecutors claim Kerry was motivated by an extreme left-wing mindset and…
UK man charged with plot against Farage motivated by extreme left-wing mindset, prosecutor says →3 articles from The Straits Times on this storyA prosecutor stated that Joshua Kerry, charged with plotting to attack Nigel Farage and murdering Ann Widdecombe, was motivated by extreme left-wing views. Jonathan Polnay, the prosecuting attorney, claimed these incidents are connected as acts of terrorism aimed at prominent British figures involved in immigration politics.
Prosecutor says suspect in Nigel Farage terror plot was motivated by extreme left-wing views →2 articles from Toronto Star on this storyJoshua Kerry, 28, from Rotherham, has been charged with planning terrorist acts against Nigel Farage and is also accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe. Police say the alleged terrorist activities took place between May 31 and July 8, 2024. Deputy Assistant Commissioner Vicki Evans highlighted the intensive investigation by counter-terrorism police that led to these charges, which Kerry was set to face in court on…
Ann Widdecombe murder suspect charged with planning terror act against Nigel Farage →Show 3 more outlets
British police have charged Joshua Kerry, 28, with both murder and terrorism-related offenses following the killing of former minister Ann Widdecombe and planning terror acts against Nigel Farage over a two-year period. Kerry is accused of engaging in terrorist activities between May 2024 and July this year, including actions targeting Farage, though specifics were not disclosed by authorities. Kerry’s initial…
Widdecombe murder suspect charged with planning terror acts against Farage →Joshua Kerry, 28, has been charged with preparing acts of terrorism, including plotting against Nigel Farage, by British police. The charges relate to alleged terrorist activities between May 31, 2024, and July 8, 2026. Kerry was previously charged with the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe in July. He is set to appear at London's Westminster Magistrates' Court on Wednesday.
Man charged with preparing terrorist acts against Nigel Farage →British authorities have charged Joshua Kerry, a 28-year-old man from South Yorkshire, with one count of preparing acts of terrorism, including plans against politician Nigel Farage. Kerry was already in custody for murdering former Conservative and Reform UK politician Ann Widdecombe on July 8 by beating her with a hammer. The new charges relate to events between May 31 and July 8. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood…
UK man accused of planning terrorism acts against Nigel Farage also charged in murder of another politician →Analysis
Agreed
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- The charge against Joshua Kerry relates to activity between May 31, 2024 and July 8, 2026.13
- Kerry was charged with one count of preparation of terrorist acts under the Terrorism Act 2006.12
Quoted from the coverage (3)
Senior National Coordinator for Counter Terrorism Policing, Deputy Assistant Commissioner Vicki Evans, said: 'We have been running a hugely intensive and complex investigation for some time.
'The charge announced today is a result of the tireless work of investigators across the Counter Terrorism Policing network.
Kerry was charged in July with the murder of 78-year-old Widdecombe, a former Conservative minister and Reform UK spokeswoman.
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How the first headlines put it
- The Daily Mail focuses on the terror charge against Nigel Farage, while Fox News emphasizes Kerry's involvement in both the murder and terrorism plot.13
- The Evening Standard highlights Richard Tice’s comments about safety concerns being ignored, whereas The Straits Times focuses on Kerry appearing in court for attempting to break into Farage's home.45
Words to watch (3)
Man charged with preparing terrorist acts against Nigel Farage
Widdecombe suspect in court charged with preparing terrorist acts against Farage
Man charged with preparing terrorist acts against Reform UK's Nigel Farage
How it changed
- 2 Oct
Joshua Kerry, 28, of Rotherham, South Yorkshire, was charged on Friday with one count of preparation of terrorist acts under the Terrorism Act 2006.
- 3 Oct
The Metropolitan Police and CTP London said they investigated the incident as an “attemptReformed burglary”, but made no arrests before the case was closed pending any new lines of inquiry.
- 7 Oct
Kerry, from Rotherham in northern England, appeared at London's Westminster Magistrates' Court where he spoke only to confirm his name and age.
- 9 Oct
LONDON, Oct 9 - A British man charged with murdering a former British minister and later charged with a terrorism offence targeting Reform UK leader Nigel Farage was motivated by an extreme left-wing mindset and "hostility to Reform", prosecutors said on Friday.
Coverage 23 articles
9 Oct Prosecutor says suspect in Nigel Farage terror plot was motivated by extreme left-wing viewsA prosecutor stated that Joshua Kerry, charged with plotting to attack Nigel Farage and murdering Ann Widdecombe, was motivated by extreme left-wing views. Jonathan Polnay, the prosecuting attorney, claimed these incidents are connected as acts of terrorism aimed at prominent British figures involved in immigration politics.Toronto Star
9 Oct Widdecombe suspect had 'particular hostility to Reform', court toldAt his preliminary hearing at the Old Bailey, prosecutors alleged that Joshua Kerry, 28, who is accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe, had a "particular hostility to Reform" and an extreme left-wing or anti-establishment mindset. The prosecution added that the murder was politically and ideologically motivated with a terrorist connection. Kerry faces charges including preparing terrorist acts through online…BBC9 Oct UK man charged with plot against Farage motivated by extreme left-wing mindset, prosecutor saysA 28-year-old British man named Joshua Kerry has been charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe, a prominent member of Nigel Farage's Reform UK party. He is also accused of engaging in terrorism-related activities aimed at Farage between May and July 2024, including research on targeted individuals and attempted entry to Farage’s home. Prosecutors claim Kerry was motivated by an extreme left-wing mindset and…The Straits Times
7 Oct Man accused of Farage terror plot researched ‘prominent people and institutions’Joshua Kerry, 28, appeared in court accused of preparing terrorist acts involving online reconnaissance of prominent individuals like Nigel Farage and institutions between May 31, 2024, and July 8, 2026. Kerry is also charged with the murder of Anne Widdecombe, who was found dead on July 8 after being attacked at her home in Devon. The article reports that Kerry allegedly attempted to gain entry into Farage’s home…Evening Standard
7 Oct Ann Widdecombe murder suspect Joshua Kerry 'tried to batter down Nigel Farage's front door armed with bottle of lighter fluid' in terror plot against Reform leader, court toldJoshua Kerry, accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe, is also facing charges related to an alleged terrorist plot against Nigel Farage's home in April 2025. Prosecutor Kashif Malik told Westminster Magistrates Court that Kerry attempted to break into Farage's residence armed with a bottle of lighter fluid and left evidence behind, including toolmarks on the door frame and traces of his vehicle nearby. The court learned…Daily Mail
7 Oct Ann Widdecombe murder suspect in court over accused of Nigel Farage terror plotJoshua Kerry, 28, appeared in Westminster Magistrates’ Court charged with preparing terrorist acts against Nigel Farage and murdering Ann Widdecombe. The alleged terrorist plot involved researching Farage’s home address and traveling there on April 20 last year, where a bottle of lighter fluid was found by Farage’s partner upon returning home. Kerry is also accused of killing Widdecombe by hitting her over the head…Evening Standard7 Oct Man appears in UK court accused of trying to break into Reform leader Farage's homeJoshua Kerry, 28, appeared in London's Westminster Magistrates' Court on October 7 charged with attempting to break into Nigel Farage’s home and preparing terrorist acts from May 2024 to July 2024. Kerry is also accused of researching targets and traveling to Farage’s residence. The case comes amid concerns over politician security following Ann Widdecombe's murder in July, where she was struck 21 times with a…The Straits Times
7 Oct Widdecombe suspect in court charged with preparing terrorist acts against FarageJoshua Kerry, 28, appeared in Westminster Magistrates' Court for a new charge related to preparing terrorist acts between May 31, 2024, and July 8, 2026. The charges include carrying out research on targets and attempting to gain entry into Nigel Farage's home in London, where lighter fluid was found at the front door in April 2025. Kerry previously faced a charge for allegedly murdering Ann Widdecombe in July but…BBC- 7 Oct Man accused of Ann Widdecombe murder faces court over alleged Farage terror plotJoshua Kerry, 28, from Rotherham, South Yorkshire, faces an additional terrorism charge at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Wednesday. He is already charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe, 78, who was found dead at her home near Haytor on Dartmoor, Devon. The new charge involves preparation of terrorist acts between May 31, 2024, and July 8, 2024. No further details about this terrorism allegation have been…Evening Standard
5 Oct NIGEL FARAGE: Britain is in the grip of a national security emergency - and only Reform are willing to do what's neededNigel Farage argues in a BBC News segment that Britain is experiencing a series of national security emergencies, including terror charges against individuals targeting British politicians and Jewish communities, alleged Russian activity near undersea cables, and Chinese espionage at universities. He claims these issues stem from 14 years of poor governance by the Tories and recent inaction by Labour, warning that…Daily Mail
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3 Oct Nigel Farage's security concerns weren't listened to, says Reform's Richard Tice as man accused of Ann Widdecombe appears in court charged with planning acts of terrorism against party leaderRichard Tice, deputy leader of Reform UK, stated that Nigel Farage's security concerns have been disregarded at times, following new charges against Joshua Kerry for planning terrorist acts against Farage and others between May 2024 and July 2026. Kerry was previously charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe in Devon. Tice emphasized the shock and impact of these developments on public figures' security measures…Daily Mail
3 Oct Farage 'not being listened to' on safety threats, deputy says after terror plot chargeNigel Farage's deputy, Richard Tice, stated that Farage’s concerns about safety threats have been ignored for years. This came after a man accused of killing former politician Ann Widdecombe was charged with planning an attack on Farage. The charge is seen by Tice as highlighting the need to take Farage’s security risks more seriously.Toronto Star
3 Oct Farage ‘not listened to’ over safety worries, Tice says after terror plot chargeRichard Tice, deputy leader of Reform UK, stated that Nigel Farage's safety concerns have been overlooked. This came after Joshua Kerry, accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe, was also charged with a terror plot against Farage between May 31, 2024, and July 8, 2026. Tice expressed frustration over the lack of attention to Farage’s security issues, noting that such incidents make politicians more cautious about…Evening Standard
2 Oct UK man accused of planning terrorism acts against Nigel Farage also charged in murder of another politicianBritish authorities have charged Joshua Kerry, a 28-year-old man from South Yorkshire, with one count of preparing acts of terrorism, including plans against politician Nigel Farage. Kerry was already in custody for murdering former Conservative and Reform UK politician Ann Widdecombe on July 8 by beating her with a hammer. The new charges relate to events between May 31 and July 8. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood…Fox News2 Oct Man charged with preparing terrorist acts against Nigel FarageJoshua Kerry, 28, has been charged with preparing acts of terrorism, including plotting against Nigel Farage, by British police. The charges relate to alleged terrorist activities between May 31, 2024, and July 8, 2026. Kerry was previously charged with the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe in July. He is set to appear at London's Westminster Magistrates' Court on Wednesday.ABC News (AU)
2 Oct Widdecombe murder suspect charged with planning terror acts against FarageBritish police have charged Joshua Kerry, 28, with both murder and terrorism-related offenses following the killing of former minister Ann Widdecombe and planning terror acts against Nigel Farage over a two-year period. Kerry is accused of engaging in terrorist activities between May 2024 and July this year, including actions targeting Farage, though specifics were not disclosed by authorities. Kerry’s initial…Sydney Morning Herald
- 2 Oct Ann Widdecombe murder suspect charged with planning terror act against Nigel FarageJoshua Kerry, 28, from Rotherham, has been charged with planning terrorist acts against Nigel Farage and is also accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe. Police say the alleged terrorist activities took place between May 31 and July 8, 2024. Deputy Assistant Commissioner Vicki Evans highlighted the intensive investigation by counter-terrorism police that led to these charges, which Kerry was set to face in court on…The Guardian
2 Oct Man charged with preparing terrorist acts against Reform UK's Nigel FarageBritish police have charged a 28-year-old man named Joshua Kerry with preparing terrorist acts against Nigel Farage and others between May 2024 and July 2026. Kerry is set to appear at London's Westminster Magistrates' Court on Wednesday. Senior National Coordinator for Counter Terrorism Policing Vicki Evans noted the complexity of the investigation, while Frank Ferguson from the Crown Prosecution Service confirmed…The Straits Times
2 Oct Widdecombe murder suspect charged with planning terror act against FarageJoshua Kerry, a suspect in the murder of Anne Widdecombe, has been charged with planning a terrorist act against Nigel Farage. The charge stems from an intensive investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) and is set to be heard at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday. CTP also reopened an inquiry into a firebomb attack at Farage’s home in August, which may have been relevant but was not pursued earlier.Evening Standard
2 Oct Widdecombe suspect charged with planning terror act against FarageCounter-terrorism police have charged Joshua Kerry, 28, with planning terrorist acts against Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, along with the murder of Ann Widdecombe. Kerry was arrested in July for Widdecombe’s murder and faces an additional charge of preparing terror acts between May 2024 and July 2026. Deputy Assistant Commissioner Vicki Evans highlighted the extensive investigation involving multiple teams to…BBC
2 Oct Ann Widdecombe murder suspect, 28, charged with planning acts of terrorism against Nigel FarageJoshua Kerry, 28, from Rotherham, South Yorkshire, was charged with one count of preparing terrorist acts under the Terrorism Act 2006 related to planned actions against Nigel Farage, the leader of Reform UK and MP for Clacton. The charge covers activity between May 31, 2024, and July 8, 2026. Kerry is also suspected in the murder of Ann Widdecombe, who was found dead at her Devon home on July 9, 2026, having been…Daily Mail
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