Former Weston-super-Mare MP and author Lord Archer dies aged 86

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Lord Archer, the former MP and author who grew up in Weston-super-Mare, has died aged 86.

Lord Archer, the former Member of Parliament and author who grew up in Weston-super-Mare, has died aged 86 at his home. He attended Wellington School and had an extensive political and literary career.

Archer was convicted of perjury during his time in public life. The former MP and author had become a notable figure in both politics and the literary world before his death.

How it is being reported

• Somerset pays tribute to Jeffrey Archer as ex-MP and author dies aged 86Somerset County Gazette · 6 Oct, 16:00
• Former Weston-Super-Mare politician who was jailed for perjury diesSomersetLive · 6 Oct, 12:04

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