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Tribute to Lord Tebbit by Lord Dobbs: 'Skinhead turned Saviour; Bruiser turned Carer'
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By Lord Dobbs
Tribute to Lord Tebbit by Lord Dobbs: 'Skinhead turned Saviour; Bruiser turned Carer'
Former union official, Tory cabinet minister, son of a pawnbroker and devoted husband, for many ‘the Chingford Skinhead’ was a man out of place. Inspirational and brave, politics to Norman was an extension of war – and mostly he won
Tribute to Lord Lipsey: 'Extremely bright, though never arrogant with it'
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By Lord Liddle
Tribute to Lord Lipsey: 'Extremely bright, though never arrogant with it'
A former special adviser, journalist and psephologist, David Lipsey was charming, independent and insightful. A man of remarkably diverse interests, he lived life to the full
Tribute To Sir Roy Stone: 'A True Public Servant'
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Tribute To Sir Roy Stone: "A True Public Servant"
Powerful yet discreet, Roy Stone worked at the heart of government for over two decades. Highly respected across all parties, he was a true public servant
Tribute to Pope Francis: 'His papacy was joyful, irreverent and fallible'
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By Mary Creagh
Tribute to Pope Francis: 'His papacy was joyful, irreverent and fallible'
The first pontiff from Latin America, his papacy was joyful, irreverent and fallible. Fully human, and a passionate proponent of peace and social justice, Pope Francis was a pope like no other. Words by Mary Creagh
Tribute to Lord Elis-Thomas – by Lord Jones of Penybont
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By Lord Jones of Penybont
Tribute to Lord Elis-Thomas – by Lord Jones of Penybont
MP, peer, the first presiding officer of the Welsh Assembly and later a Welsh government minister, Dafydd Elis Thomas was a respected, effective and pragmatic politician
Tribute to the Earl of Sandwich – by Lord Alton
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By Lord Alton
Tribute to the Earl of Sandwich – by Lord Alton
A hereditary peer who supported Lords reform and devoted his life to the causes of international development and human rights, John Montagu was a man of expertise, kindness and wisdom
Tribute to His Highness the Aga Khan – by Lord Sarfraz
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By Lord Sarfraz
Tribute to His Highness the Aga Khan – by Lord Sarfraz
The world has lost a remarkable statesman with the passing of His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV. The Aga Khan, a British citizen, was the spiritual leader of some 15 million Ismaili Muslims worldwide, many of whom are distinguished contributors to their societies.
Tribute to Baroness Randerson – by Simon Hughes
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By Simon Hughes
Tribute to Baroness Randerson – by Simon Hughes
A minister in both the Welsh government and later in the Coalition government in the Lords, Jenny Randerson was a force of nature. Courteous, determined and kind, she was the very best of public servants
Tribute to Lord Prescott – by Baroness Smith
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By Baroness Smith of Basildon
Tribute to Lord Prescott – by Baroness Smith
Witty, passionate and down-to-earth, John Prescott was a natural communicator. He also made a real difference in government, leading a programme of change as deputy prime minister and a secretary of state
Tribute to Sir John Nott
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By Lord Howell
Tribute to Sir John Nott
Remembered for his steady hand as defence secretary during the Falklands war, daffodil farmer and former soldier Sir John Nott was an endlessly amusing friend and political misfit
Tribute to Alex Salmond
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By Andrew Nicoll
Tribute to Alex Salmond
As SNP leader and first minister, Alex Salmond led Scotland’s independence movement for decades. But Andrew Nicoll, The Scottish Sun’s former political editor who knew him for more than 30 years, says his fall from grace tarnished his legacy
Tribute to the Marquess of Lothian
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By Iain Duncan Smith MP
Tribute to the Marquess of Lothian
As deputy leader of the Tory Party and Northern Ireland secretary Michael Ancram was a pragmatic and courageous politician. A disarming man and good company, the country has lost a fine servant
Tribute to Lord Ouseley – by Lord Woolley
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By Lord Woolley
Tribute to Lord Ouseley – by Lord Woolley
One of the modern greats in the fight against racism, my friend and mentor Herman Ouseley was a quiet, selfless and humble man. An inspiration for generations to come, he has left an indelible mark on British society
Tribute to Lord Stunell – by Lord Foster
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By Lord Foster
Tribute to Lord Stunell – by Lord Foster
Former Liberal Democrat MP and minister, Andrew Stunell played a pivotal role in the Coalition Government talks with the Conservatives. Among his many attributes, including wisdom, kindness and humour, one word stands out: integrity
Tribute to Baroness Gardner of Parkes
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By Lord McColl of Dulwich
Tribute to Baroness Gardner of Parkes
A former dentist and the first Australian woman peer, Trixie Gardner was one of life’s 'doers', still working at the age of 96. With her tremendous work ethic, determination and humour, she was conscientious to her core
Tribute to Frank Field – by Kate Hoey
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By Baroness Hoey
Tribute to Frank Field – by Kate Hoey
Devout Christian, ascetic and principled, Frank Field was also a person of dry wit and humour. A bold and original thinker, most notably on poverty and welfare, he was a formidable opponent and a faithful friend
Tribute to Frank Field – by Bernard Jenkin
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By Bernard Jenkin MP
Tribute to Frank Field – by Bernard Jenkin
A man of integrity and independence of mind, the former MP for Birkenhead changed the way we think about welfare. With over 40 years of fearless service in Parliament, we have lost one of the greatest in Frank Field
Tribute to Baroness Massey of Darwen
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By Baroness Andrews
Tribute to Baroness Massey of Darwen
Former pre-school teacher, sexual health consultant and director of the Family Planning Association, Doreen Massey never deviated from her moral purpose. A life-long humanist, she championed the rights of young people and all those facing discrimination
Tribute to Lord Rosser – by Baroness Smith
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By Baroness Smith of Basildon
Tribute to Lord Rosser – by Baroness Smith
A former trade union general secretary, local magistrate and shadow minister, Richard Rosser was dedicated to improving the lives of working people. A true gentleman, quick witted and great company, no one ever had a bad word to say about him
Tribute to Lord Hoyle – by Sir Lindsay Hoyle
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By Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP
Tribute to Lord Hoyle – by Sir Lindsay Hoyle
A chair of the PLP and later a minister in the Lords, my father was a kind, old-school gentleman who taught me the importance of public service. Mad about cricket and rugby league, he was my wingman, and I was his
Tribute to Ronnie Campbell
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By Ian Lavery MP
Tribute to Ronnie Campbell
An MP for 32 years until he retired in 2019, Ronnie Campbell never ceased working to better the lives of working-class people in his constituency. An inspirational man with a distinctive sense of humour, he was a source of great support to me – and many others
Patrick Cormack: Man of the House
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By Jess Phillips, Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Lord Brownlow, John Healey, Lord McFall, Lord Norton, Lord Faulkner, Lord Bishop of Southwark & Gavin Williamson
Patrick Cormack: Man of the House
A one-nation Conservative with 54 years of continuous service in Parliament, former House magazine editor Patrick Cormack was always guided by his strong Anglican faith
Tribute to Lord McAvoy
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By Lord Foulkes of Cumnock
Tribute to Lord McAvoy
A tough but fair whip, the former Labour MP for Rutherglen served in the Commons and then the Lords for a total of 37 years. Working class and Catholic, he had friendships from across the House – there was only one Tommy McAvoy
Tributes to Lord Cormack by Lord Hennessy and the Bishop of Lincoln
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By Lord Hennessy and the Bishop of Lincoln
Tributes to Lord Cormack by Lord Hennessy and the Bishop of Lincoln
A ‘Grade I listed’ parliamentary romantic and ‘shadow bishop of Lincoln’, few obituaries to date have captured the essence of Patrick Cormack – a resolute man with a gift for friendships across the party divide