George Gavin
Major George Gavin (1810 – 23 October 1880) was an Irish Independent Irish Party and Liberal politician.
George Gavin MP | |
|---|---|
| Member of Parliament for Limerick City | |
| In office 5 May 1859 – 9 February 1874 | |
| Preceded by | James Spaight Francis William Russell |
| Succeeded by | Isaac Butt Richard O'Shaughnessy |
| In office 15 February 1858 – 10 May 1858 | |
| Preceded by | James O'Brien Francis William Russell |
| Succeeded by | James Spaight Francis William Russell |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1810 |
| Died | (aged 70) |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Political party | Liberal |
| Other political affiliations | Independent Irish |
Gavin was first elected MP as an Independent Irish representative for Limerick City at a by-election in February 1858 but was unseated under three months later due to bribery through his agent.
He was re-elected for the seat as Liberal representative in 1859 and held the seat until he stood down in 1874.
He served as High Sheriff of Limerick City in 1857.
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