Jim Prior

English soldier and Northern Ireland Secretary

Jim Prior - Leaders & Politicians born October 11th, 1927
Born
Died

2016
10 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1927, served in the British Army during World War II before entering politics. Elected to the House of Commons as a Conservative MP in 1970, gained prominence as Secretary of State for Northern Ireland from 1979 to 1981. Oversaw significant peace negotiations during a tumultuous period in Northern Irish history. Resigned from the cabinet in 1981 and later served as a life peer in the House of Lords.

Served as Secretary of State for Northern Ireland

Elected as Conservative MP for Louth

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