Jo Richardson

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Josephine (Jo) Richardson (August 28, 1923February 1, 1994) was a politician in the United Kingdom. At the time of her death she was Labour member of Parliament for Barking, a post she had held since 1974. She was seen as a peace campaigner, and served as a member of the Shadow Cabinet.

Parliament of the United Kingdom
Preceded by:
Tom Driberg
Member of Parliament for Barking
1974–1994
Succeeded by:
Margaret Hodge
Political offices
Preceded by:
Dennis Skinner
Chair of the Labour Party
1989–1990
Succeeded by:
Tom Sawyer