Hugh Gaitskell
The Rt Hon. Hugh Gaitskell CBE has stood in one election in Medway but has never held elected office within the towns. He most recently stood as a Labour parliamentary candidate in Chatham in 1935.
Hugh is a former Labour member of parliament for Leeds South in the West Riding of Yorkshire.
During his time in parliament, Hugh served as chancellor of the exchequer, minister for economic affairs, and minister of fuel and power.
Political Career
Hugh has served in the following posts:
UK Parliament
Government Posts
Opposition Posts
Some of Medway's current and former representatives have also represented other parts of the country in local government, devolved assemblies and both houses of parliament. Where possible, we have tried to include parliamentary roles in other parts of the country in this section, but owing to the time and research involved, some of this data may require updating.
Electoral History
Hugh has stood in the following elections in Medway:
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