About Ray Powell
Lived 1928 – 2001 (aged 73). Ray Powell was a British politician.
Sir Raymond Powell (19 June 1928 – 7 December 2001) was a Welsh politician who served as the Labour Member of Parliament for Ogmore. He continued as constituency MP until his death.
Background Powell was born at Treorchy, Mid Glamorgan, in 1928. He was educated at Pentre Grammar School, the National Council of Labour Colleges, and the London School of Economics
Career A former shop worker and manager, he was sponsored by his trade union, USDAW,
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Who was Ray Powell?
British politician (1928-2001)
When was Ray Powell born?
Ray Powell was born on 19 June 1928 in Treorchy.
When did Ray Powell die?
Ray Powell died on 7 December 2001 in London.
What was Ray Powell's occupation?
Ray Powell was a politician.
What nationality was Ray Powell?
Ray Powell was British.
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