| Discrete Collections | Politics, economics and social science collections |
| Title | Fletcher; Eric George Molyneux (1903-1990); Baron Fletcher; politician and historian |
| Ref No | FLETCHER |
| Level | Collection |
| Date | 1934-1979 |
| Extent | 12 boxes |
| Admin Biographical History | Eric George Molyneux Fletcher began his career as a solicitor. He was the member of London County Council for Islington South, 1934-49; Labour MP for Islington East, 1945-70. He served as Minister without Portfolio, 1964-66; and, Chairman of Ways and Means and Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons, 1966-68. He was created Baron Fletcher of Islington (life peer) in 1970. Baron Fletcher was also a governor of the LSE. |
| Description | Political papers of Baron Fletcher, including correspondence, subject files and constituency files. Includes papers regarding the Home Office Advisory Committee on House to House Collections, 1938-43; London County Council, 1945-50; the general elections of 1945 and 1966; the 1952 budget; and correspondence regarding Fletcher's role as Deputy Speaker and Chairman of Ways and Means (House of Commons). |
| Access Status | Mainly open; some items closed |