Gordon McMaster
Gordon James McMaster (13 February 1960 – 28 July 1997) was a Scottish politician.
Gordon McMaster | |
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| Member of Parliament for Paisley South | |
| In office 29 November 1990 – 28 July 1997 | |
| Preceded by | Norman Buchan |
| Succeeded by | Douglas Alexander |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 13 February 1960 Johnstone, Renfrewshire |
| Died | 28 July 1997 (aged 37) |
| Nationality | British |
| Political party | Labour |
Born in Johnstone, Renfrewshire, he was elected as Labour Member of Parliament for Paisley South at a by-election in 1990, following the death of Norman Buchan, and retained the seat until his own death in 1997. McMaster had previously been leader of Renfrew District Council.
Career
McMaster campaigned for the rights of disabled people and against recreational drug use during his time in Parliament. He served as an opposition whip.
Death
McMaster committed suicide on 28 July 1997. He had been robbed in London shortly before his death. His suicide note named neighbouring MP Tommy Graham as being responsible for smearing him over an alleged homosexual relationship. This was denied by Graham, who was subsequently expelled from the Labour Party.[1]
References
- Gordon McMaster was not my enemy, says suspended MP, Euan McColm and Peter Macmahon, The Scotsman, 1997-09-18
External links
| Parliament of the United Kingdom | ||
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| Preceded by Norman Buchan |
Member of Parliament for Paisley South 1990–1997 |
Succeeded by Douglas Alexander |