Constituency : Harwich 1929-35 ( from 1931 Liberal National )
Percy took Harwich from the Tories, helped by Labour's withdrawal.
Percy started out as an apprentice engineer and became managing director of Phoenix Dynamo Manufacturing Company. He retained the position with two others when it amalgamated into English Electric in 1918.. He took sole charge in 1921. He held other directorships including The Times newspaper.
Percy was made Minister of Transport in 1931, necessitating a speedy return from America but then jumped ship to join Simon's Liberal Nationals. He had a crushing victory over Labour at the general election and was re-appointed to the position. He served until 1933. In 1934, he was created a baronet.
He died in 1935 just before the election aged 55..
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