Former President of the European Parliament Henry Plumb He passed away this Friday 97 yearsas reported on social networks by his own foundation, which he did not disclose in detail the cause of death.
“We are saddened by the passing of our founder, Lord Henry Plumb. He was an extraordinary man and great figure His tireless work to improve the fortunes of the (agricultural) industry of modern times continued with its establishment until the age of 97.”
Subsequently, the current President of the European Parliament, Roberta MetsolaIt also confirmed the death of Plumb, who was praised for his moral devotion and defense of agriculture.
An MEP for two decades, Plumb rose to Speaker of Parliament. January 1987 and two and a half years later, in July 1989, it was replaced by the Spanish socialist Henry Baron.
Plumb was born in a county of England. Warwickshire In March 1925, Baron Plumb received the lordship from de Colleshill in April 1987.