Roy Hattersley

English journalist and Shadow Home Secretary

Roy Hattersley - English journalist and Shadow Home Secretary
Born

December 28th, 1932
92 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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An English journalist and politician served as Shadow Home Secretary. Held various positions within the Labour Party throughout the political career, influencing party policies and practices. Contributed to political discourse through journalism, writing numerous articles and books addressing social and political issues. Elected Member of Parliament for Birmingham Sparkbrook from 1964 to 1997, had a significant role in shaping local and national politics during tenure. Also served as Deputy Leader of the Labour Party from 1983 to 1992, participating in key discussions that shaped the party's direction during a transformative period.

Served as Shadow Home Secretary under Neil Kinnock

Elected as Member of Parliament for Birmingham Sparkbrook

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