Cruimh
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Saddened to read of the death of Tam Dalyell - one of the last of the great parliamentarians. Cranky, stubborn and principled. Modern politicians just don't compare.
Former Labour MP Tam Dalyell dies - BBC News
Former Labour MP Tam Dalyell dies - BBC News
The former MP Tam Dalyell has died at the age of 84 after a short illness.
He sat in the House of Commons from 1962 to 2005, representing West Lothian and Linlithgow for Labour.
Mr Dalyell became known for his formulation of the "West Lothian Question" about the role of Scottish MPs after the establishment of the Scottish parliament.
His family said in a tribute that he had made an enormous contribution and "devoted his life" to public service.