Robert Cooke (Conservative politician)

Robert Cooke (1930-1987) was a British Conservative politician. He served as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Bristol West from 1957 until his death in 1987.

Born in Liverpool, Cooke was educated at Harrow and served in the Royal Navy Volunteer Reserve. Before entering Parliament, he worked in insurance.

Cooke was known as a right-wing Conservative and was a strong supporter of capital punishment. He was also interested in historic buildings and served on the Historic Buildings Council for England. He was known for his passionate speeches in the House of Commons.

Throughout his parliamentary career, Cooke served on various committees, including the Public Accounts Committee. He was a consistent supporter of Conservative governments, including those led by Harold Macmillan, Alec Douglas-Home, Edward Heath, and Margaret Thatcher.

He died in office in 1987.