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Former Liberal Democrat Leader Menzies Campbell Dies at 84

Family say he died peacefully in London after a period of respite care.

Overview

  • His grandson Gregor Grant-Suttie said he died at the Kyn Hurlingham care facility in London following respite care.
  • The family noted that one of his final days was spent watching the Liberal Democrats’ party conference.
  • Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey paid tribute, describing Campbell as a dedicated public servant and a Liberal giant.
  • Campbell represented North East Fife from 1987 to 2015 and led the party from March 2006 until October 2007 before resigning.
  • A former Olympic sprinter, he competed at the 1964 Tokyo Games, held the UK 100m record from 1967 to 1974, and later entered the House of Lords after losing his seat in 2015.