Record revealed
The parliamentary career of Norah Runge
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This scrapbook from Parliament’s Archive Collection contains newspaper clippings that chart Norah Runge’s parliamentary career.
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Each month we take a single, remarkable document, put it on display, and explore its story. Come and see topical finds and lesser-known treasures for yourself!
Records come in all shapes and sizes. It doesn’t matter if they’re 1,000 years old or 20 – each one offers a powerful glimpse into the past.
Stories Unboxed explores a different record (or maybe even two) from The National Archives' collection each month – that could set you on a journey of discovery...
- Browse a specially-curated selection of books on the month's topic from our library, next to the display case
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Currently on display
August 2026: The parliamentary career of Norah Runge
In 1931, 15 women were elected to Parliament. One of these woman was Norah Runge, who became the MP for Rotherhithe in London.
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This scrapbook was put together by Norah Runge's daughter. It reflects on her mother's political career through a collection of photographs and news articles from the time.
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Come and discover more for yourself! This record can be found on the first floor of The National Archives in Kew.
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What is The National Archives?
The National Archives is the official archive of the UK government, and England and Wales. We are the guardians of over 1,000 years of iconic national documents.
Everyone is welcome to visit our headquarters in Kew. We put on exhibitions, events and displays and offer reading rooms giving access to our collections there.
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