Derek Fatchett
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The Right Honourable Derek John Fatchettt (22 August 1945 – May 9, 1999) was a British politician. He became member of Parliament for Leeds Central in 1983 and was a member of the Labour Party.
After Labour's 1997 election victory, he was soon made a junior minister at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. He died suddenly on May 9, 1999, from a heart attack while relaxing with his wife and close friend Colin Crane. The by-election for his seat was won by Hilary Benn.
He was married to Anita and had two sons, Brendan and Gareth. His interest outside of politics included cricket and football (he was a WBA supporter). His death prevented him for reaching higher office which was predicted with rumours in political circles linking him to the SoS roles in either defence or Northern Ireland.
He was also a left-of-centre politician who was part of the 'What's-Left' group within parliament which was lead by Robin Cook.