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'Laughter and tears' at Tony Benn's funeral in Westminster

The funeral has taken place of veteran Labour politician Tony Benn just yards from the House of Commons where he spent more than 50 years. Mourners said there were "laughter and tears" during the service.

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Stephen Benn: 'Well Dad, you did encourage us'

Tony Benn's son paid a moving tribute to the former Labour MP at today's funeral service, praising his "encouragement and inspiration" for his family and many others.

In his eulogy at St Margaret's Church, Stephen Benn said the very last words his father heard were his four children telling him they loved him.

Listen to a segment of his speech here:

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