About Alan Garner
Lived 1929 – 1996 (aged 66–67). Alan Garner was a British politician and trade unionist, known for West Midlands Passenger Transport Executive and Wolverhampton City Council.
Alan George Garner (5 June 1929 – 1996) was a British Labour Party activist and trade unionist. Born and raised in Wolverhampton, he was a member of Wolverhampton Council, for the Spring Vale and Heath Town wards, from 1973 until his death, and vice-chair of the West Midlands Passenger Transport Authority between 1992 and 1996, during which time he was a strong advocate of the Midland Metro.
He received the British Empire Medal in the 1990 Birthday Honours. Midland Metro named an AnsaldoBreda T-69 tram after him in August 2003.
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Who was Alan Garner?
British trade unionist and politician (1929-1996)
When was Alan Garner born?
Alan Garner was born on 5 June 1929 in Wolverhampton.
When did Alan Garner die?
Alan Garner died in 1996.
What was Alan Garner's occupation?
Alan Garner was a politician and trade unionist.
What was Alan Garner known for?
Alan Garner was known for West Midlands Passenger Transport Executive and Wolverhampton City Council.
What nationality was Alan Garner?
Alan Garner was British.
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· DBpedia: Alan Garner (politician)
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