The former MP for Kingston upon Hull East was a key a part of New Labour below Sir Tony Blair.
His household stated he had "spent his life trying to improve the lives of others, fighting for social justice and protecting the environment".
A former commerce union activist and ex-merchant seaman, Lord Prescott died peacefully, surrounded by family members at his care residence.
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