Roy Hattersley, the former Labour deputy leader, dies aged 93. Multiple outlets report that Prime Minister Keir Starmer leads tributes, describing Hattersley as “a giant of the Labour movement” and praising his role in the Labour Party.
Reporting also highlights Hattersley’s wider public profile beyond frontline party politics. The Evening Standard notes that he is a prolific author who published more than 20 books, including biographies, histories and memoirs, reflecting his long-standing engagement with politics and public life.
The Daily Record includes a character assessment of Hattersley as a socialist and committed democrat who ties liberty to responsibility, echoing the tone of memorial commentary across the coverage.
Across sources, the key points are consistent: Hattersley is a former deputy leader of the Labour Party, dies at 93, and receives tributes from senior figures including Keir Starmer.
