TRAGIC MP Sir David Amess’s dog Vivienne has won a show prize.

       The French bulldog was entered in the Westminster Dog of the Year contest before Tory Sir David was stabbed to death in his constituency earlier this month.

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       The late Sir David Amess MP cuddles up with his beloved French bulldog Vivienne in this heartwarming snap Credit: TIM STEWART NEWS LIMITED 4

       The Southend West MP had entered the competition more than a dozen times, usually with his rescue dogs Lilly and Bo Credit: PA

       PM Boris Johnson said his friend would’ve been very proud.

       As part of the entry, the MP said three-year-old Vivienne “lifts my spirits as she is always pleased to see me and she makes me smile”.

       He added: “Every time I walk into the room Vivienne throws herself at me, lies on her back with legs in the air to be tickled.

       “But before that she always brings a toy so she is of a generous, giving nature.”

       The Southend West MP had entered the competition more than a dozen times, usually with his rescue dogs Lilly and Bo.

       Mark Beazley, of the Kennel Club, which organised the event, said the award honoured the MP’s legacy to protect pets.

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       And Owen Sharp, of the Dogs Trust, added: “Sir David was a fantastic advocate for animal welfare.”

       Tory MP Andrew Rosindell said beforehand: “I could not feel more sadness at chaperoning Vivienne instead of him？.？.？.？but also pride to be able to pay -tribute in this small way.”

       Ali Harbi Ali, 25, of North London, has been charged with Sir David Amess’s murder and preparation of terrorist acts.

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       As part of the entry, the Tory MP said of Vivienne: 'She makes me smile' Credit: PA 4

       He added 'Every time I walk into the room Vivienne throws herself at me, lies on her back with legs in the air to be tickled' Credit: PA

       Two-minute silence held to remember Conservative MP Sir David Amess a week on from his murder