About Ken Collis
Lived 1923 – 2004 (aged 81). Ken Collis was an engineer.
Ken Collis, OBE (1923- 2004) was a prominent politician in Manchester. He notably represented the ward of Sharston.
He was first elected to Manchester City Council in 1951 and served for 39 years. He worked as a maintenance engineer. He was actively involved in the management of Mobberley Approved School. He was the first chair of the Social Services Committee and later was Lord Mayor of the City in 1974. He was also chairman of Manchester Health Authority.
He and his wife Pat ran a flower stall at Wythenshawe market.
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Who was Ken Collis?
Lord Mayor of Manchester, 1973-1974
When was Ken Collis born?
Ken Collis was born on 9 August 1923.
When did Ken Collis die?
Ken Collis died on 10 August 2004.
What was Ken Collis's occupation?
Ken Collis was an engineer.
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