Author and former Tory MP Jeffrey Archer dies aged 86
05-10-2026 23:00 via standard.co.uk

Author and former Tory MP Jeffrey Archer dies aged 86

Jeffrey Archer, 86, died ‘suddenly and peacefully at his home between writing sessions,’ his publisher confirmed
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