Mr Campbell retired in 2019, and underwent heart surgery in 2020 after suffering stomach cancer some years earlier.Shadow health secretary Wes Streeti
Mr Campbell retired in 2019, and underwent heart surgery in 2020 after suffering stomach cancer some years earlier.
Shadow health secretary Wes Streeting said: “So sorry to learn about Ronnie’s death.
“Throughout all his battles with his health, he never seemed to lose his good humour or his dedication to speaking up for people at the sharp end.
“Sending condolences to his family and loved ones.”
North of Tyne mayor Jamie Driscoll said: “Ronnie Campbell was a good man and a good friend.
“He was exactly what’s missing in modern politics, someone rooted in his area who stuck to his principles.”
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