John Gunnell
| John Gunnell | |
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| Member of Parliament for Morley and Rothwell Morley and Leeds South (1992-1997) |
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In office 9 April 1992 – 7 June 2001 |
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| Preceded by | Merlyn Rees |
| Succeeded by | Colin Challen |
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| Born |
1 October 1933 Birmingham |
| Died | 28 January 2008 (aged 74) Wakefield |
| Nationality | British |
| Political party | Labour |
| Alma mater | University of Leeds |
William John Gunnell (1 October 1933 – 28 January 2008) was a Labour Party politician in the United Kingdom.
He was born in Birmingham, and educated at King Edward's School, Birmingham. He gained a BSc in General Studies in 1955, and a PGCE in 1958 from the University of Leeds. As a conscientious objector during National Service he was a hospital porter at St Bartholomew's Hospital, London. In the 1960s he was a chemistry teacher at the United Nations International School in New York City. From 1970 to 1988 he was a Lecturer in the School of Education at the University of Leeds.
From 1977 to 1986 he was a councillor on West Yorkshire County Council, being the leader 1981–86. He was also a councillor on Leeds City Council 1986-92.
Gunnell initially stood for Parliament at Leeds North East in February and October 1974, but was beaten by Sir Keith Joseph on both attempts.
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