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John McAllion

b. 1948

British politician (born 1948)

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About John McAllion

Born 1948. John McAllion is a British and Scottish politician.

John McAllion (born 13 February 1948) is a campaigner for the Scottish Socialist Party, as well as a former Labour Party Member of Parliament (MP), Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP), and convenor of Tayside Regional Council. He is also convener of the Scottish Fairtrade Forum.

Early life McAllion was born in Glasgow, where he was educated at St Augustine's RC Comprehensive School in Milton. Following a brief period spent working as a clerical employee for the Post Office, he was admitted to the University of St Andrews to study modern and medieval history, graduating with a second-class honours degree in 1972. After a further year at Dundee College of Education, he was then employed by the city's education department to teach history at St Saviour's RC High School (1973–78) and social studies at Balgowan School (1978–82).

He was elected to the SSP executive at its conference in March 2006. He was elected co-chair (along with Morag Balfour) at its conference in October 2007, but he stood down during his term of office for personal reasons. However, he has remained active in campaigning with the party, particularly in the run-up to the independence referendum.

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Positions held
Member of the 1st Scottish Parliament, 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

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Frequently asked questions

Who is John McAllion?

British politician (born 1948)

When was John McAllion born?

John McAllion was born on 13 February 1948 in Glasgow.

What is John McAllion's occupation?

John McAllion is a politician.

What nationality is John McAllion?

John McAllion is British and Scottish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John McAllion

· Wikidata: Q1379003

· DBpedia: John McAllion

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