The family of former Labour Deputy Minister John Prescott who has died at the age of 86, said he passed away “surrounded by the love of his family and the jazz music of Marian Montgomery.” Lord Prescott died following a battle with Alzheimer’s yesterday (November 20), his family announced in a statement. In his tribute to Lord Prescott, the Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said: “I am deeply saddened to hear of the death of John Prescott.
“John was a true giant of the Labour movement. He was a staunch defender of working people and a proud trade unionist. During a decade as deputy prime minister, he was one of the key architects of a Labour government that transformed the lives of millions of people across the nation.
Sad to think we’ll never see or hear John Prescott again. He fought for what he believed in, never forgot who he was in politics to serve & always put a smile on the face of those he was talking to. — Nick Robinson (@bbcnickrobinson) November 21, 2024 “So much of John’s work set the path for those of us fortunate enough to follow.
From leading climate negotiations to fighting regional inequality, his legacy will live on well beyond his lifetime. “Across the Labour Party and the union movement he will be remembered for his conviction, courage, and strength of character. His passion, force of personality and pride in his working class roots was key to his authenticity – an honesty that was recognised and respected across the political divide a.