About Michael Scott Weir
Lived 1925 – 2006 (aged 81). Michael Scott Weir was a diplomat.
Family Weir met his first wife, Alison Walker, at Oxford. They were married from 1953 until 1974 and had four children, including writer and comedian Arabella Weir. In 1976, Weir married Hilary Reid, with whom he had two children. He died in London on 22 June 2006.
Honours Weir was appointed CMG in 1974 and KCMG in 1980.
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Who was Michael Scott Weir?
British diplomat (1925-2006)
When was Michael Scott Weir born?
Michael Scott Weir was born on 28 January 1925.
When did Michael Scott Weir die?
Michael Scott Weir died on 22 June 2006.
What was Michael Scott Weir's occupation?
Michael Scott Weir was a diplomat.
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