Former Olympian and leader of the Liberal Democrats, Lord Menzies Campbell’s death rocked the world of British politics as past prime ministers rallied to offer their condolences along with other notable politicians. The Scottish MP, affectionately known as Ming by his peers, died at the age of 84, leaving behind an impressive legacy that spanned both the House of Commons and the running track. Lord Campbell of Pittenweem, as he was officially titled, was originally from Glasgow and ascended into the upper chamber in 2015 following three decades of representing his constituency of North East Fife.

He died in London, with his last few days spent watching the Liberal Democrats Party Conference, according to the party whose members sent notes of sympathy to his surviving family, which includ

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