Former Norwich North MP dies
Ian Gibson passed away on Friday (9 April)
Last updated 13th Apr 2021
Former Norwich North MP, Dr Ian Gibson has died.
The 82-year-old, who passed away on Friday (9 April), represented the constituency for the Labour Party between 1997-2009.
Tributes are being made in his memory.
Norwich Labour Party Presidnet, Mike Stonard said:
"This is such sad news. Ian Gibson was a friend and a champion of the Norwich Labour movement over many decades.
"Throughout his life, Ian was a tenacious, committed campaigner and consistent advocate for his constituents, with a passion for promoting science and health.
"Throughout our City, generations of Norwich people have benefited from his zeal for promoting social justice and the encouragement and courage he gave to those who also campaigned for a better City.
"He will be sorely missed by those who knew him. Our thoughts and sympathies are with his family at this difficult time."
Norwich South MP, Clive Lewis said:
"This is awful news and my immediate thoughts are with Ian’s family for their sad loss.
"Ian lived and breathed Norwich – the city he represented for more than a decade as one of its two MPs.
"A much loved figure on the city’s political scene long after he stood down as an MP – he was admired for his humour, cutting wit but also his steadfast political conviction as a socialist.
"He will be sorely missed but he leaves behind a legacy of someone always prepared to speak up for our city and those without a voice. I will miss him."
Former leader of the Labour Party, Jeremy Corbyn MP said:
"Ian Gibson was a lovely man and so sad at his passing."
Former Shadow Chancellor, John McDonnell MP said:
"Ian Gibson was an inspiring socialist, who never shied away from a fight for justice & equality. He brought his brilliant mind to Parliament, never losing an argument & puncturing pomposity with his dry sense of humour. It was a privilege to know him."
Lindsay Hoyle MP said:
"So and to hear that Ian Gibson has died , my thoughts and prayers are with his family . A great politician and trade unionist."
NorfolkSAB tweeted to say:
"Very sad to hear about the death of Norwich's former MP Ian Gibson today. A real campaigner for social justice, a lovely man. Enjoyed being quizmaster at many a fundraising quiz with Ian in the audience (always getting the football questions right!)."