Charles Kennedy, former Lib Dem leader, dies aged 55

‘Former Liberal Democrat party leader Charles Kennedy has died suddenly at his home aged only 55, his family disclosed on Tuesday.

The Scottish former MP was found in his Highland home in Fort William and police are not treating it as suspicious. The cause of death has yet to be confirmed, with a post-mortem due to take place, but it is thought to be natural causes.

Mr Kennedy, who led his party from 1999 to 2006, lost his seat in the Ross, Skye and Lochaber constituency in last month’s general election. Friends said he was heartbroken at the defeat.’

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