Former MP for Preston
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Will the Secretary of State ensure that mature students can gain access to higher education through the provision of adequate family awards?
I am glad to have the opportunity to participate in this debate. I do so primarily because I am chairman of the north-west group of Labour Members who have a considerable interest in the manufacturing industries throughout the north-west, of which, of course, British Leyland is a major part. I support the amendment moved by my right hon. and learned Friend the Member for Monklands, East...
asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry when his Department was informed about the proposed closure of the Caterpillar factory in Scotland.
Former MP for Preston
Entered the House of Commons on 28 February 1974 — General election
Left the House of Commons on 18 May 1987 — General election
Also represented Preston South
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