Patrick Vanden-Bempde-Johnstone, 4th Baron Derwent facts for kids
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The Lord Derwent
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Derwent in 1968
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| Minister of State for Home Affairs | |
| In office 23 October 1963 – 16 October 1964 |
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| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Prime Minister | Sir Alec Douglas-Home |
| Preceded by | The Earl Jellicoe |
| Succeeded by | Alice Bacon |
| Minister of State for Trade | |
| In office 6 September 1962 – 23 October 1963 |
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| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Prime Minister | Harold Macmillan |
| Preceded by | Alan Green |
| Succeeded by | The Lord Drumalbyn |
| Member of the House of Lords Lord Temporal |
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| In office 13 January 1949 – 2 January 1986 Hereditary peerage |
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| Preceded by | The 3rd Baron Derwent |
| Succeeded by | The 5th Baron Derwent |
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| Born | 26 October 1901 |
| Died | 2 January 1986 (aged 84) |
| Political party | Conservative |
Patrick Robin Gilbert Vanden-Bempde-Johnstone, also known as the 4th Baron Derwent, was an important British politician. He was a member of the Conservative Party and served in the government during the 1960s. He was born on October 26, 1901, and passed away on January 2, 1986.
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Early Life and Education
Patrick Robin Gilbert Vanden-Bempde-Johnstone was the younger son of Hon. Edward Henry Vanden-Bempde-Johnstone. His mother was Evelyn Mary Agar-Ellis. He attended Sandroyd School, which is a boarding school for boys. After that, he continued his education at Charterhouse School.
Becoming a Baron
In 1949, Patrick's older brother passed away. This meant that Patrick became the 4th Baron Derwent. As a baron, he was able to take a seat in the House of Lords. The House of Lords is part of the UK Parliament, where members discuss and make laws.
A Career in Government
Lord Derwent was a member of the Conservative Party. This is one of the main political parties in the United Kingdom.
Minister of State for Trade
In September 1962, Lord Derwent was given an important job in the government. He was appointed Minister of State for Trade. This role meant he helped manage the country's business and trade with other nations. He served under Prime Minister Harold Macmillan.
Minister of State for Home Affairs
When Sir Alec Douglas-Home became Prime Minister in October 1963, Lord Derwent received a promotion. He became the Minister of State for Home Affairs. In this role, he helped with matters related to law and order, immigration, and public safety within the UK. He held this position until the Conservative Party lost the general election in 1964.
Later Political Role
After 1964, Lord Derwent did not hold another ministerial job. However, he continued to serve in the House of Lords for many years. He worked as a Deputy Speaker, which means he helped to lead debates and keep order in the House of Lords.
Family Life
In 1929, Lord Derwent married Marie-Louise Henriette Picard. She was the daughter of Albert Picard from Paris, France. Lord Derwent passed away in January 1986, at the age of 84. His son, Robin Evelyn Leo Vanden-Bempde-Johnstone, succeeded him as the 5th Baron Derwent.
