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Harold Black

1914 – 1981

Black, Sir Harold (1914–1981), civil servant

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About Harold Black

Lived 1914 – 1981 (aged 67).

Sir Harold Black (9 April 1914 – 19 January 1981) was a British civil servant in Northern Ireland. He was Secretary to the Cabinet and Clerk of the Privy Council from 1965 to 1972, and Deputy Secretary, Northern Ireland Office from 1972 to 1974, following the introduction of direct rule.

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Who was Harold Black?

Black, Sir Harold (1914–1981), civil servant

When was Harold Black born?

Harold Black was born on 17 January 1914.

When did Harold Black die?

Harold Black died on 17 January 1981.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Harold Black

· Wikidata: Q18756739

· DBpedia: Harold Black (civil servant)

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