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Donald Kaberry, Baron Kaberry of Adel

Donald Kaberry, Baron Kaberry of Adel (23 November 1907 – 23 June 1991) was a British Conservative Party politician. He served as Member of Parliament (MP) for Leeds West from the 1945 general election until he stood down at the 1970 election. In July 1970 he was created a life peer with the title Baron Kaberry of Adel, of Adel in the City of Leeds, granting him a seat in the House of Lords.

During his parliamentary career, Kaberry held junior ministerial positions, including Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Works (1957–1959). He was also involved in numerous parliamentary committees and contributed to debates on housing, local government, and industrial policy.

Kaberry was appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his public service. He died on 23 June 1991 at the age of 83.

Key points

  • Birth: 23 November 1907, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
  • Political affiliation: Conservative Party
  • Parliamentary service: MP for Leeds West, 1945–1970
  • Peerage: Created Baron Kaberry of Adel, 11 July 1970
  • Ministerial role: Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Works (1957–1959)
  • Honours: Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE)
  • Death: 23 June 1991

The information presented is drawn from established biographical and parliamentary records.

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