William Adamson (Cannock MP) facts for kids
William Murdoch Adamson (born 12 April 1881 – died 25 October 1945) was an important British politician. He was a member of the Labour Party. This party works to improve the lives of working people.
William Adamson was also a leader in a big group called the Transport and General Workers' Union. This union helped workers in transport and other jobs. In 1902, he married Jennie Johnston. She later became a Member of Parliament too, representing areas like Dartford and Bexley.
Who Was William Adamson?
William Adamson was a Member of Parliament (MP). An MP is someone elected to represent people in the UK Parliament. He represented the area of Cannock in Staffordshire. He was an MP for two periods: from 1922 to 1931 and again from 1935 to 1945.
Working in Government
During World War II, William Adamson had an important job in the government. He was a Lord Commissioner of HM Treasury. He held this role from 1941 to 1944. This meant he helped manage the country's money and finances during a very difficult time.
