Eric Clarke (politician)
Eric Lionel Clarke (born 9 April 1933) is a politician in the United Kingdom. He served as Labour Member of Parliament for Midlothian from 1992 until he stepped down at the 2001 general election. He had been an opposition whip from 1994 to 1997. He served as General Secretary of the Scottish National Union of Mineworkers during the 1980s Miner's Strike and took a proactive role in the care of members' families.
Eric Clarke | |
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| Member of Parliament for Midlothian | |
| In office 9 April 1992 – 14 May 2001 | |
| Preceded by | Alex Eadie |
| Succeeded by | David Hamilton |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 9 April 1933 |
| Nationality | British |
| Political party | Labour |
External links
- Hansard 1803–2005: contributions in Parliament by Eric Clarke
| Trade union offices | ||
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| Preceded by Bill McLean |
Secretary of the Scottish Area of the National Union of Mineworkers 1977–1989 |
Succeeded by Nicky Wilson |
| Parliament of the United Kingdom | ||
| Preceded by Alex Eadie |
Member of Parliament for Midlothian 1992 – 2001 |
Succeeded by David Hamilton |
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