Harry Jenkins
Henry Alfred "Harry" Jenkins, AO (born 18 August 1952) is a former Australian politician. He was a member of the House of Representatives from 1986 to 2013, representing the Australian Labor Party (ALP).
Harry Jenkins AO | |
|---|---|
| 26th Speaker of the Australian House of Representatives | |
| In office 12 February 2008 – 24 November 2011 | |
| Deputy | Anna Burke Peter Slipper |
| Preceded by | David Hawker |
| Succeeded by | Peter Slipper |
| Member of the Australian Parliament for Scullin | |
| In office 8 February 1986 – 5 August 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Harry Jenkins Sr. |
| Succeeded by | Andrew Giles |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Henry Alfred Jenkins 18 August 1952 Melbourne, Victoria |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Political party | Australian Labor Party |
| Relations | Harry Jenkins Sr. (father) |
| Alma mater | Australian National University (BSc) |
| Occupation | Public servant |
| Website | Australian Parliament webpage |
Jenkins served as the 26th Speaker of the House of Representatives, from 2008 until his unexpected resignation as Speaker on 24 November 2011.
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