Veteran Labour MP Jack Dromey dies suddenly aged 73

VETERAN Labour MP Jack Dromey died suddenly at his flat this morning aged 73, his family has announced.

A statement issued on behalf of the family of Birmingham Erdington MP said: “Jack Dromey MP died suddenly this morning aged 73 in his flat in Erdington.

“He had been a dedicated Member of Parliament for Birmingham Erdington since 2010.

“He was a much loved husband, father and grandfather, and he will be greatly missed.”

His wife is the former Cabinet Minister and longest serving female MP Harriet Harman.

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