Gerald Kaufman R.I.P.

[celeste]

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-39099489


Sir Gerald Kaufman, Labour MP for Manchester Gorton and Father of the House of Commons, has died aged 86.
His family made the announcement late on Sunday, calling him "a great socialist and parliamentarian".
Sir Gerald, who was the oldest serving MP, famously called his party's left-wing 1983 election manifesto "the longest suicide note in history".
Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn led tributes to him, calling him an "iconic and irascible figure".
Former leader Ed Miliband said he was "an outstanding servant of the Labour movement", adding: "His principles, values and friendship will be sorely missed."

 A family spokesman confirmed he had been suffering from a long-term illness for several months.

[Parky]

One of the few politicians with principles

[Corrupt council]

Rest in peace.


Now after over 40 years the areas covered by sir Gerald may get an m.p. who's going to help raise investment into the areas.


The areas sir G covered lost the way in the 80s.
Gorton would be now the Alton towers of the UK . Belle vue was totally lost.


Now new blood new ideas should be in place.

[St Chads Lad]

New blood ? new ideas ? Labour could probably put Tony Bliar up and get him voted in in Manchester

[ExileSteve]

Dear God, no!!


I'm having nightmares already.

[Corrupt council]

Paul nuttal