Politician. Born Janet Lee in Loghgelly, Fife. Entered parliament in 1929, becoming the youngest member of the house. She played a leading part in the founding of the Open University and the expansion of the Arts Council of Great Britain. She was married to Aneurin Bevan. Died at her home, 67 Chester Row, Chelsea.
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Jennie Lee
A Commissioner for the 1892Â Westminster Public Baths and Wash-houses.
Originally formed as the Elstree Parish Council.
Elected Guardian of the Lewisham Union - Lewisham in 1894.
The first member of the Labour Party to become Speaker of the House of Commons.
Co-churchwarden of St Peter and St Matthew Friday Street in 1712.
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