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Paddy Lane

1934 – 2012

Irish politician

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About Paddy Lane

Lived 1934 – 2012 (aged 77). Paddy Lane was an Irish politician and rugby union player.

Patrick Lane (7 September 1934 – 23 July 2012) was an Irish Fianna Fáil politician. He was president of the Irish Farmers' Association from 1976 to 1980 and elected Member of the European Parliament (MEP) from 1989 to 1994. Lane played multiple competitions including rugby union for Ireland, earning a single cap in 1964.

Early life Paddy Lane was born in Quinpool, Parteen, County Clare, Ireland to Thomas Lane and Gertrude McCormack who were running the family farm. He studied at Crescent College, where he started playing rugby. He is a cousin of Irish politicians Richard Hourigan and Neasa Hourigan.

He later joined the army and where we was promoted to the rank of Captain. Paddy played for Munster against the All-Blacks in 1963. He won a cap for the Irish rugby team against Wales in 1964 as hooker.

Political career He was elected to the European Parliament at the 1989 European election for the Munster constituency. He was a member of the Committee on Agriculture, Fisheries and Rural Development in the European Parliament. He lost his seat at the 1994 European election.

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Member of the European Parliament
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Patrick Lane

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Paddy Lane?

Irish politician (1934-2012)

When was Paddy Lane born?

Paddy Lane was born on 7 September 1934 in Parteen.

When did Paddy Lane die?

Paddy Lane died on 23 July 2012 in Limerick.

What was Paddy Lane's occupation?

Paddy Lane was a politician and rugby union player.

What nationality was Paddy Lane?

Paddy Lane was Irish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Paddy Lane

· Wikidata: Q7123530

· DBpedia: Paddy Lane (politician)

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