Challenges in the Life of Peter Baker (British politician) in a Detailed Timeline
Life is full of challenges, and Peter Baker (British politician) faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.
Peter Baker was a British Conservative politician and soldier who served as the MP for South Norfolk. He is most notable for being the last MP to be expelled from the House of Commons following a conviction for forgery. Beyond his political career, Baker was also an author and publisher. His life and controversial expulsion from Parliament are believed to have inspired the character of Martin York in Muriel Spark's novel *A Far Cry From Kensington*.
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1943: Reconnaissance missions and illness
In late 1943, Peter Baker's squadron withdrew to Trani, where Baker developed abdominal pains. He was then flown back to Britain before Christmas and granted sick leave.
1944: Dispute over conservative candidate selection
In 1944, supporters of John Holt Wilson set up the South Norfolk Independent Conservative Association after a dispute over the previous selection.
March 1950: Falcon Press faces challenges
In March 1950, Falcon Press was struggling financially, and the company was described as "well on the rocks".
May 1954: Announcement not to seek re-election
In May 1954, Baker announced that he would not seek re-election due to ill-health, after suffering a nervous breakdown.
December 1954: Expulsion from the House of Commons
In December 1954, Peter Baker was expelled from the House of Commons following his conviction for forgery. On December 16, 1954, a motion was agreed upon to remove him.
May 1955: Petition to Home Secretary
In May 1955, Baker petitioned the Home Secretary for a retrial, an appeal out of time, a public inquiry, or immediate release.
May 1955: Public examination in bankruptcy court
In May 1955, during the general election campaign, Baker was taken from prison to the Bankruptcy court for his public examination. He blamed his bankruptcy on the withdrawal of support by Sir Bernard Docker.
November 1955: Appeal Hearing Adjourned
On 21 November 1955, Baker's appeal hearing at the Court of Criminal Appeal was adjourned because his counsel was not prepared.
March 1956: Alleged Assurances of Release
In March 1956, Baker claimed that Hugh Quennell had assured him that the Home Office intended to release him by March 1956, which led Baker to withdraw his appeal.
1956: Second Application for Leave to Appeal
In 1956, Baker prepared a second application for leave to appeal, gathering documents and witnesses.
January 1957: Appeal Refused and Transfer to Open Prison
On 28 January 1957, Baker was refused leave to appeal. Immediately after, he was transferred from Wormwood Scrubs to HM Prison Leyhill.
1958: Wife and Children Moved to Australia
In the summer of 1958, Baker's wife and children moved to Australia without warning, leaving no address.
December 1959: Bankruptcy Discharge Suspended
On 17 December 1959, Baker applied for discharge from bankruptcy, but the discharge was suspended after creditors received only 0.1611d. in the £.
February 1960: Rejected by Robert Maxwell
In February 1960, Baker asked Robert Maxwell for a director position in his new publishing company, but was refused.
March 1961: Cleared of Causing Death by Dangerous Driving
In March 1961, Baker was cleared of causing death by dangerous driving after knocking down a pedestrian in the Strand.
September 1963: Earl Attlee Supports Inquiry
In September 1963, Baker persuaded Earl Attlee, the former Labour Prime Minister, to support an inquiry into his case.
1965: Petition for Royal Pardon
In 1965, Baker unsuccessfully petitioned for a Royal Pardon.
April 1966: New Bankruptcy Petition Filed
On 4 April 1966, Baker's creditors filed a new bankruptcy petition against him.
July 1966: Receiving Order Made
On 22 July 1966, a receiving order was made against Baker.
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