Ten Things You Need to Know Today: Tuesday 2 Jun 2015

1. LIB DEM CHARLES KENNEDY DIES AT 55

Former Liberal Democrat leader Charles Kennedy has died suddenly at his home aged 55. The Scottish politician’s death is not believed to be suspicious, though the cause of death has yet to be confirmed. A statement released on behalf of his family said: "It is with great sadness, and an enormous sense of shock, that we announce the death of Charles Kennedy."

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