Age, Biography and Wiki
James Cran was born on 28 January, 1944 in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, is a British politician (1944–2023). Discover James Cran'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 79 years old?
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79 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Aquarius |
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28 January, 1944 |
| Birthday |
28 January |
| Birthplace |
Aberdeenshire, Scotland |
| Date of death |
c. 1 June 2023 (aged 79) |
| Died Place |
Ashkirk, Scotland |
| Nationality |
Scotland
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James Cran Height, Weight & Measurements
At 79 years old, James Cran height not available right now. We will update James Cran's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Who Is James Cran's Wife?
His wife is Penelope Barbara Wilson
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Penelope Barbara Wilson |
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Alexandra Cran-McGreehin |
James Cran Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is James Cran worth at the age of 79 years old? James Cran’s income source is mostly from being a successful politician. He is from Scotland. We have estimated James Cran's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
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$1 Million - $5 Million |
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Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
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| Source of Income |
politician |
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Timeline
James Douglas Cran (28 January 1944 – c. 1 June 2023) was a British Conservative Party politician.
Cran went to Ruthrieston School in Aberdeen and became the school's 1959 Dux Medallion winner.
He studied at the University of Aberdeen, gaining an Honours MA.
He was the National Winner of the 1968 Daily Mirror Speaking Trophy.
Cran was a researcher in Conservative Research Department during 1970–71 and was a member of the Leader of the Opposition's (Edward Heath) Briefing Team during the 1970 General Election.
From 1971 to 1979, he was the Secretary and Chief Executive of the National Association of Pension Funds.
His body was discovered at his home in the village of Ashkirk on 1 June 2023.
From 1974 to 1979, he was a councillor in the London Borough of Sutton, and served as Chairman of the Health and Housing Committee.
He was the CBI's Northern Director from 1979 to 1984 and the CBI's West Midlands Director from 1984 to 1987.
He was the Member of Parliament (MP) for Beverley (1987–1997) and for Beverley and Holderness (1997–2005).
Cran became MP for Beverley in 1987 taking over from Sir Patrick Wall.
He was a member of a number of Select Committees: Trade and Industry (1987–92); Administration (1997–98); Selection (1998–2001); and Defence (2001–05).
Cran was a member of the '92 Group of right-wing Conservative MPs and took an active part in the leadership contests involving John Major (June 1995), Michael Howard (1997) and the latter stages of William Hague's campaign (1997).
Cran was a consistent opponent of the Maastricht Treaty and therefore of the single currency and closer European integration.
Cran was also Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (1995–96).
He was also present with the Secretary of State in Washington DC at the first meeting with Gerry Adams, then President of Sinn Féin.
In 1997 he transferred to the constituency of Beverley and Holderness.
Cran was also Pairing Whip and then Assistant Chief Whip (1997–2001).
He was appointed Shadow Deputy Leader of the House by the then Leader of the Opposition Iain Duncan-Smith but resigned shortly thereafter to pursue other activities.
He was also a member of the Chairman of Ways and Means Panel (2001–05) and a member of the Council of Europe and the WEU (2001–02).
Other Parliamentary activities included:
