Man behind Bus Pass Elvis political party dies
Friend and election partner Ian Pickering said: "He was a member of the awkward squad."But he loved it. He told me he didn't have holidays, instead he paid £500 to stand in an election.""He was very considered," Mr Pickering said. "He was interviewed by BBC political reporter Chris Mason and he gave reasoned, clear answers.
Mr Bishop had been diagnosed with a brain tumour last month."Can't really ask for more than that."Nadia Whittome, who represents Nottingham East for Labour, tweeted: "I'm very sorry to hear of Dave's passing.Labour MP for Nottingham South Lilian Greenwood added: "Always a pleasure to bump into Dave out on the campaign trail or around town.
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