About William Young
Lived 1863 – 1942 (aged 79). William Young was a British politician.
William Young (5 February 1863 – 7 June 1942) was a Scottish Liberal Party politician who served as the MP in the parliament of the United Kingdom in representation of two constituencies in Perthshire.
Political career He was first elected for East Perthshire at the January 1910 general election, and held the seat until the constituency was abolished in boundary changes for the 1918 general election.
He was then returned unopposed for the similar constituency of Perth as a supporter of David Lloyd George's coalition government. He retired from the House of Commons at the 1922 general election.
Personal life and death
He is buried in Brookwood Cemetery.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Young?
Scottish Liberal Party politician, born 1863
When was William Young born?
William Young was born on 5 February 1863.
When did William Young die?
William Young died on 7 June 1942.
What was William Young's occupation?
William Young was a politician.
What nationality was William Young?
William Young was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Young (Scottish politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Young. https://biography.guide/william-young-politician-1863/
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