Battling widow of murder victim takes seat in Lords
Helen Newlove, who has been a forceful campaigner against anti-social behaviour since her husband's death in August 2007, wore the traditional ermine as she was introduced to the Upper House in a short ceremony.
Her full title was announced yesterday as Baroness Newlove of Warrington in the county of Cheshire, but she will be known more straightforwardly as Baroness or Lady Newlove.
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Hide AdWhile taking the oath she was flanked by her two supporters, the Cabinet ministers Lord Strathclyde, Leader of the Lords, and minister without portfolio Baroness Warsi.
After swearing her allegiance to the Queen she received a loud cheer from peers as she shook the hand of Lord Speaker Baroness Hayman on her way out of the chamber.
Lady Newlove, 48, has campaigned against drink-related violence since her husband was killed by a gang of teenagers.
He died three days after being attacked outside their home and kicked "like a football" by a gang who had been vandalising his car. Three teenagers were jailed for life for his murder.
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Hide AdLady Newlove is the chairwoman of the National Licensed Trade Association, which she launched this year with the aim of using campaigns, education and training for landlords and bar staff to help stop binge drinking.
And she also launched the charity Newlove Warrington, which works to improve the sense of community and opportunity across the town.