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Harold Best was born on 18 December, 1937 in Leeds, England, is a British politician (1937–2020). Discover Harold Best's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 82 years old?

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Occupation Electrician · politician · trade unionist
Age 82 years old
Zodiac Sign Sagittarius
Born 18 December, 1937
Birthday 18 December
Birthplace Leeds, England
Date of death 24 August, 2020
Died Place North Yorkshire, England
Nationality Leeds

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Who Is Harold Best's Wife?

His wife is Glyn (m. 1960)

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Wife Glyn (m. 1960)
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Children 4

Harold Best Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Harold Best worth at the age of 82 years old? Harold Best’s income source is mostly from being a successful politician. He is from Leeds. We have estimated Harold Best's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1937

Harold Best (18 December 1937 – 24 August 2020) was a British Labour politician, electrician and trade unionist who served as Member of Parliament (MP) for Leeds North West from the 1997 general election until he retired at the 2005 election.

During his childhood, Best lived in Leeds, where he was born on 18 December 1937 to Fred and Marie Best.

He was educated at Meanwood County School and Leeds College of Technology and worked as an electrical technician.

1997

Best was selected as the candidate for Leeds North West, winning the seat unexpectedly in the 1997 general election and becoming the Labour Party's first holder of the seat since its formation.

2001

He began with a majority of 3,844 over his predecessor, Keith Hampson, and increased his majority in the 2001 general election to 5,236.

He began as a supporter of his leader, Tony Blair, before vocally opposing the Iraq War.

2004

Best was involved in the opening of the new Wharfedale Hospital in Otley in 2004.

2005

He announced he would not contest the 2005 general election.

2020

Best died in North Yorkshire on 24 August 2020, at the age of 82, and was survived by his wife since 1960, Glyn, and their two sons and two daughters.