Sir Gavin Williamson's pet tarantula Cronus dies

The former defence secretary's spider, known for intimidating MPs, has passed away at about 11 years old

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Conservative MP Sir Gavin Williamson announced the death of his pet tarantula Cronus, who lived in his Westminster office and was once used to discipline party rebels.
The spider died at roughly 11 years old, the average lifespan for a male tarantula.

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Conservative MP Sir Gavin Williamson announced the death of his pet tarantula Cronus, who lived in his Westminster office and was once used to discipline party rebels. The spider died at roughly 11 years old, the average lifespan for a male tarantula.

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