Ann Widdecombe

Former British Conservative Party politician and politics speaker Ann Widdecombe has held multiple cabinet positions and gained invaluable experience in the process to make her a sought after and respected keynote and after dinner speaker. Her sometimes controversial policy views made her a household name, including her opposition of the legality of abortion and supporting the re-introduction of the death penalty.

Ann Widdecombe was often described as the peoples choice to become the Speaker of the House of Commons, but many of the MPs were not ready for her. Ann was one of the few Conseravtive MPs to vote for the fox-hunting ban and has consistently been against any legislation reducing emissions. Ann was quoted on global warming stating ‘there is no climate change, hasn’t anybody looked out their window recently?’

From 2002 onwards, Ann also became a regular appearance on many documentaries and television shows, such as Have I Got News For You, Ann Widdecombe Versus and most famously as a competitor on Strictly Come Dancing.

During her political after dinner and keynote speeches, Ann discusses the political landscape, social responsibility along with providing an invaluable insight into top flight Politics with come of the most influential figures of modern times. Ann also welcomes audience participation, answering questions with true knowledge and interest.