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Born in Lambeth, South London, to a working-class family, Livingstone joined Labour in 1968 and was elected to represent Norwood at the GLC in 1973, Hackney North and Stoke Newington in 1977, and Paddington in 1981. That year, Labour representatives on the GLC elected him as the council's leader.
Sep 20, 2023 · The former London mayor, who was a trailblazer for minority rights and the environment, has announced he has Alzheimer's disease. The article reviews his controversial and influential role in London politics, from the GLC to the congestion charge to the Olympics.
Jun 13, 2024 · Ken Livingstone, British politician who made constitutional history on May 4, 2000, when he was elected mayor of London. This marked the first time that British voters had directly elected a candidate to an executive office at any level of government. He served as mayor until May 2008.
Sep 20, 2023 · Former London mayor Ken Livingstone has Alzheimer's disease, his family has announced. The 78-year-old is being "well cared for by his family and friends" as he lives a "private life" in ...
Sep 20, 2023 · Former London mayor Ken Livingstone has Alzheimer's disease, his family has announced. The 78-year-old is being "well cared for by his family and friends" as he lives a "private life" in ...
Feb 6, 2024 · Ken Livingstone's achievements as GLC leader, MP and Mayor of London made him an icon of the British Left. In this must-watch interview, he reflects on his political life and speaks candidly...
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May 21, 2018 · Learn about the long and controversial political career of Ken Livingstone, who resigned from Labour after being suspended for anti-Semitism. He was twice elected Mayor of London, once as an independent, and was a close ally of Jeremy Corbyn.
