(VOVworld) – British MPs and peers paid tribute to Labour MP Jo Cox, who was murdered in West Yorkshire on Thursday. Mrs. Cox had consistently fought for the rights of immigrants and was one of the first MPs to voice her support for Britain staying in the EU.

British MPs paid tribute to Labour MP Jo Cox

The assassination of the Labour MP and humanitarian campaigner shocked the UK and the EU. The campaigns for and against Brexit were suspended for one day to ensure public security.
On June 23 the UK will hold a referendum on staying in or leaving the EU. Supporters of Brexit have asked voters to grasp a unique opportunity to regain national autonomy. Opponents have warned that leaving the EU is an irreversible decision. British Prime Minister David Cameron has called on Britons to keep the UK in the EU.