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Jo Cox: MP 'was preparing report on far-right nationalists' before she was killed

Police are investigating possible links to right-wing extremism in their investigation into the murder of Labour MP Jo Cox.

Here is what we know so far:

  • Police described the killing as a "targeted attack"
  • It was revealed police investigated two previous unrelated incidents in which Jo Cox received "a malicious communication of a sexual nature" at her Westminster office
  • The Times reports she was preparing a report on the dangers of far-right nationalists when she was murdered which she planned to publish on June 29
  • Tommy Mair has been charged with Mrs Cox's murder
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Downing Street sends security reminder to all MPs

Jo Cox was killed outside her constituency surgery in West Yorkshire. Credit: PA Wire

Politicians have been called to review their security after Labour MP Jo Cox was shot and stabbed to death outside her constituency advice surgery.

A Number 10 spokeswoman said MPs have been sent a reminder of safety guidance after the fatal attack against Ms Cox in Birstall, West Yorkshire.

The advice includes steps politicians can take to stay safe when they are out in public, and suggests they should contact local police if they have any concerns.

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Jo Cox: MP 'was preparing report on far-right nationalists' before she was killed

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