“The reason why people are so saddened is that he was one of the kindest,nicest,most gentle people in politics. He also had an outstanding record of passing laws to help the most vulnerable. We’ve lost today a fine public servant and a much-loved friend and colleague.”- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
“This is a dark and shocking day. This whole country will feel it acutely,perhaps more so because we have,heartbreakingly,been here before.”- Opposition Leader Sir Keir Starmer.
“So many MPs today will be scared by this. My partner came home and said,‘I don’t want you to do it any more,because the next time that phone goes it could be a different conversation’.”- Labour MP Kim Leadbeater,the sister of Labour rising star Jo Cox who was killed in 2016.
“My thoughts and love are with David’s family. They are all that matter now. This brings everything back. The pain,the loss,but also how much love the public gave us following the loss of Jo. I hope we can do the same for David now.” - Brendan Cox,the husband of Jo Cox.
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“David Amess was one of the friendliest MPs when newcomers like me arrived in the House of Commons 20 years ago - full of enthusiasm and advice. I’m simply stunned by his murder,and so sorry for his family.”- Former chancellor George Osborne.
“That he was killed while going about his constituency duties is heartbreaking beyond words. It represents a senseless attack on democracy itself. Questions are rightly being asked about the safety of our country’s elected representatives and I will provide updates in due course.” - Home Secretary Priti Patel.