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CTP Reopens Farage Home Bomb Probe, Refers to Watchdog

8/11/2026

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Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) London reopened its inquiry into the April 2025 incendiary device incident at the Reform UK leader’s London home.
Nigel Farage claimed the incident was directly linked to the murder of Ann Widdecombe.
CTP London referred itself to the police watchdog over handling of the original investigation.
At a press conference, Farage said he could not provide further details.

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Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) London reopened its inquiry into the April 2025 incendiary device incident at the Reform UK leader’s London home.
Nigel Farage claimed the incident was directly linked to the murder of Ann Widdecombe.
CTP London referred itself to the police watchdog over handling of the original investigation.
At a press conference, Farage said he could not provide further details.