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Arthur Doherty

1932 – 2003

Northern Irish politician

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About Arthur Doherty

Lived 1932 – 2003 (aged 71). Arthur Doherty was a British politician.

Arthur Doherty (19 January 1932 – 6 February 2003) was a Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP) politician, who was a Member of the Northern Ireland Assembly (MLA) for East Londonderry from 1998 to 2002.

Background Born in County Donegal, Doherty studied in Strabane, then at St Columb's College in Derry before becoming a teacher. He later studied Education and Arts and Design at the University of Ulster and became active in the Irish National Teachers Organisation.

Political career Doherty was involved in the civil rights movement, and joined the Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP), later serving on its executive. He was elected to Limavady Borough Council in 1977, serving as Mayor of Limavady in 1993. In 1996, he was elected to the Northern Ireland Forum representing East Londonderry, and he held his seat at the 1998 Northern Ireland Assembly election. He died the following year, after a short illness.

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Member of the 1st Northern Ireland Assembly

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Arthur Doherty?

Northern Irish politician (1932-2003)

When was Arthur Doherty born?

Arthur Doherty was born on 19 January 1932 in County Donegal.

When did Arthur Doherty die?

Arthur Doherty died on 6 February 2003.

What was Arthur Doherty's occupation?

Arthur Doherty was a politician.

What nationality was Arthur Doherty?

Arthur Doherty was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Arthur Doherty

· Wikidata: Q4798477

· DBpedia: Arthur Doherty

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