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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Lucy Leeson

Moment John Prescott punched protester who threw egg at him

Known for his fiery temperament, John Prescott made headlines in 2001 when he punched a protester who had thrown an egg at him during an election campaign in North Wales.

The Deputy Prime Minister had been there to speak at a Labour rally while on the general election campaign trail.

Lord Prescott said at the time: "I was attacked by an individual. In the melee that followed I clearly defended myself.”

Tributes have poured in from across the country, after his death, at the age of 86, was announced by his family on Thursday (21 November).

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