Eric Hammond (1929-2009) was a significant figure in British trade unionism, serving as general secretary of the Electrical, Electronic, Telecommunications and Plumbing Union (EETPU) from 1984 to 1992. Initially active in the Labour Party, he became known for his right-wing stance contrasting with traditional union practices, notably opposing strikes. His tenure included a notable conflict with Arthur Scargill during the miners' strike. Hammond, appointed an OBE in 1977, was also an electrician by trade and served in the Royal Engineers. He passed away in 2009, survived by his wife and sons.
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Meaning of the name - Eric
everlasting ruler, powerful ruler
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Eric Hammond belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Northfleet, Kent
Cause of Death: lengthy illness
Educated At: Bowater paper company
Occupation: trade unionist
Spouses: Brenda
Children: 2
Employers: EETPU
Awards Received: Officer of the Order of the British Empire
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Ephemeris for July 17, 1929
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on July 17, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for July 17, 2025 |
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| Sun | 24 Cancer 36 | 25 Cancer 22 | 27 Libra 49 |
| Moon | 9 Sagittarius 55 | 21 Aries 6 | 9 Gemini 21 |
| Mercury | 9 Cancer 53 | 15 Leo 34 | 9 Libra 47 |
| Venus | 9 Gemini 55 | 14 Gemini 36 | 1 Libra 51 |
| Mars | 8 Virgo 2 | 17 Virgo 37 | 10 Scorpio 24 |
| Jupiter | 7 Gemini 26 | 8 Cancer 36 | 15 Gemini 51 |
| Saturn | 25 Sagittarius 36 | 1 Aries 48 | 26 Sagittarius 27 |
| Uranus | 11 Aries 22 | 0 Gemini 27 | 8 Aries 38 |
| Neptune | 29 Leo 47 | 2 Aries 7 | 3 Virgo 1 |
| Pluto | 18 Cancer 6 | 2 Aquarius 45 | 19 Cancer 38 |
| Rahu | 17 Taurus 47 | 21 Pisces 1 | 12 Taurus 42 |
| Ketu | 17 Scorpio 47 | 21 Virgo 1 | 12 Scorpio 42 |
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