Geoffrey Dickens
British politician (1931–1995) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Geoffrey Kenneth Dickens (26 August 1931 – 17 May 1995) was a British Conservative politician. He was MP for Huddersfield West from 1979 until the seat was abolished in 1983. He was then elected for Littleborough and Saddleworth and held the seat until his death in 1995.
Quick Facts MP, Member of Parliament for Littleborough and Saddleworth ...
Geoffrey Dickens | |
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Member of Parliament for Littleborough and Saddleworth | |
In office 9 June 1983 – 17 May 1995 | |
Preceded by | New constituency |
Succeeded by | Chris Davies |
Member of Parliament for Huddersfield West | |
In office 3 May 1979 – 13 May 1983 | |
Preceded by | Kenneth Lomas |
Succeeded by | Constituency abolished |
Personal details | |
Born | Geoffrey Kenneth Dickens (1931-08-26)26 August 1931 London, England |
Died | 17 May 1995(1995-05-17) (aged 63) Hertfordshire, England |
Political party | Conservative |
Spouse |
Norma Boothby (m. 1956) |
Children | 2 |
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Dickens is known for his anti-paedophile work, including the naming of diplomat Sir Peter Hayman as a paedophile in the House of Commons.