Arthur Blenkinsop facts for kids
Arthur Blenkinsop was a British politician who belonged to the Labour Party. He was born on June 30, 1911, and passed away on September 23, 1979. He spent many years working to improve life for people in the United Kingdom.
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Early Life and Education
Arthur Blenkinsop went to school at the Royal Grammar School, Newcastle. He also studied at the College of Commerce in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. After his studies, he became a "chartered secretary." This is a professional who helps manage companies and organizations.
Becoming a Member of Parliament
In 1945, Arthur Blenkinsop was elected to Parliament. This means he became a Member of Parliament (MP). He represented the area of Newcastle upon Tyne East. An MP is someone elected by people to speak for them in the country's main government, which is called Parliament.
Working in Government
After becoming an MP, Arthur Blenkinsop took on important roles in the government.
- From 1946 to 1949, he was a Parliamentary Secretary for the Ministry of Pensions. This department helped people with their retirement money and other support.
- From 1949 to 1951, he worked for the Ministry of Health. This department was in charge of healthcare for everyone in the country.
Return to Parliament
Arthur Blenkinsop lost his MP seat in the 1959 election. However, he continued to serve his community. In 1961, he became a councillor for Newcastle City Council. This meant he helped make decisions for the city of Newcastle.
He returned to Parliament in 1964. He was elected as the MP for South Shields. He held this seat until 1979, when he decided not to run for election again.
Other Important Roles
Besides being an MP, Arthur Blenkinsop was involved in many other organizations:
- He was the President of the Public Health Inspectors Association. This group works to keep public places healthy and safe.
- He was a governor of the British Film Institute. This organization promotes films and television.
- He was also the vice-president of the Ramblers Association. This group encourages people to enjoy walking in the countryside.
- In 1965, he became a member of the Medical Research Council. This council supports important medical research.
Retirement and Legacy
Arthur Blenkinsop retired from Parliament in 1979. He passed away four months later, at the age of 68. His great-nephew is Christopher Blenkinsop, who is known for his music group, 17 Hippies.
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