Sheila Wright

Sheila Rosemary Rivers Wright (born 22 March 1925) is a British Labour Party politician.

Shelia Wright was born and raised in Rajasthan, India. Her father was the head of police until his death when Shelia was 7 years old. She was subsequently raised by her mother who also managed a sick animal sanctuary on the grounds of the family house. Initially taught by her nanny until age 11 she then taught herself politics, philosophy, history and German.

She left India just after the war in Europe ended and lived in Southampton. She gained a social science certificate at the University of Southampton in 1951 and a sociology degree from the University of London in 1956.

She became a social worker and served as a councillor on Birmingham City Council 1956-65. Becoming an honorary councillor.As chair of the Birmingham Education Committee she oversaw the introduction of the comprehensive education system.

Wright was elected Member of Parliament for Birmingham Handsworth in 1979. She served until 1983, when boundary changes abolished the seat and she gave up the nomination due to family matters.

She continues to perform voluntary work for the Birminhgam mental health board and on numerous school govening bodies throughout Birmingam

References

*"Times Guide to the House of Commons", 1966 & 1979
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