Llin Golding, Baroness Golding facts for kids
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The Baroness Golding
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| Member of Parliament for Newcastle-under-Lyme |
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| In office 17 July 1986 – 14 May 2001 |
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| Preceded by | John Golding |
| Succeeded by | Paul Farrelly |
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| Born | 21 March 1933 |
| Nationality | British |
| Political party | Labour |
Llinos Golding, Baroness Golding (born 21 March 1933) is a Labour Party politician from the United Kingdom. She is a member of the House of Lords, which is part of the UK Parliament.
Before becoming a politician, she trained as a radiographer. This means she worked with X-rays and other medical imaging to help doctors. She worked for the NHS, which provides healthcare in the UK. Today, she is the Patron of the Society of Radiographers, supporting her former profession.
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Baroness Golding's Political Career
Becoming a Member of Parliament
Llinos Golding followed in her father's footsteps. Her father, Ness Edwards, was also a Member of Parliament (MP). An MP is a person elected to represent a specific area in the House of Commons.
Baroness Golding became the MP for Newcastle-under-Lyme. She held this position from 1986 to 2001. She took over the role from her husband, John Golding, who was also an MP.
Joining the House of Lords
After serving as an MP for many years, Baroness Golding decided to step down. This happened during the general election in 2001.
Later that same year, she was given a special title. She became a Life peer, known as Baroness Golding. This means she was given a seat in the House of Lords for the rest of her life. Her full title is Baroness Golding, of Newcastle-under-Lyme in the County of Staffordshire.
Public Life and Activities
Supporting a Charity
Baroness Golding is very involved in helping others. She is the Chairman of The Second Chance Childrens Charity. This charity helps children in need.
Involvement with Organizations
Baroness Golding is also a board member of the Countryside Alliance. This organization supports activities related to the countryside, including some traditional rural pursuits.
A Moment in Parliament
In 2004, Baroness Golding was involved in an unusual event in Parliament. She had vouched for two people to enter a special viewing area in the House of Commons. These individuals later caused a disturbance during a session where the Prime Minister was speaking.
Baroness Golding had no idea what the people planned to do. She quickly apologised to both the House of Lords and the House of Commons for her part in the situation.
