History Resources - Members of Parliament
Joseph James Britton
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Surname: BRITTON
Given Names: Joseph James
Title and Honours: Mr
Qualifications:
Date and Place of Birth: 18 February 1911 - Launceston, Tasmania.
Date of Death: 28 March 1995
House of Assembly: (1) 2 May 1959 (2) 12 April 1975
Electorate: Braddon
Party: ALP
Positions Held:
Date of Departure: (1) 2 May 1964 (2) 11 December 1976
Reason for Departure: (1) Defeated. (2) Defeated.
Comments:
Elected second time on recount following resignation of Eric Reece. Condolence motion in HA 4 April 1995.
House of Assembly Long Room Picture: 536