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Gordon McMaster

1960 – 1997

British politician

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About Gordon McMaster

Lived 1960 – 1997 (aged 37). Gordon McMaster was a British politician.

Gordon James McMaster (13 February 1960 – 28 July 1997) was a Scottish politician and horticulturist.

Life and career McMaster was born in Johnstone. A horticulturist by training, he was also a lecturer at his alma mater, the Woodburn House Horticultural College. McMaster was very well-liked by his students for his knowledge and charm.

In 1980, McMaster was elected to the Johnstone Community Council, and became its chair in 1982, at the age of 22, making him the youngest chair of any Scottish council. 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 with Graham's employee, 17 year old Scott Anderson. As the legal age of consent was 18 at that time, McMaster would have been accused of statutory rape. McMaster took his own life on the eve of Anderson’s 18th birthday. Graham denied being behind the leak, however was subsequently expelled from the Labour Party.

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Positions held
Member of the 52nd Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 51st Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 50th Parliament of the United Kingdom
Also known as
Gordon James McMaster

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gordon McMaster?

British politician (1960-1997)

When was Gordon McMaster born?

Gordon McMaster was born on 13 February 1960 in Johnstone.

When did Gordon McMaster die?

Gordon McMaster died on 28 July 1997 in Johnstone.

What was Gordon McMaster's occupation?

Gordon McMaster was a politician.

What nationality was Gordon McMaster?

Gordon McMaster was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gordon McMaster

· Wikidata: Q5585556

· DBpedia: Gordon McMaster

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