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Activists and acting world mourn 'inspiring' Lloyd Pack
Socialists paid tribute to actor Roger Lloyd Pack after his death from pancreatic cancer

Socialists paid tribute to actor Roger Lloyd Pack after his death from pancreatic cancer yesterday for the leading role he played in the People's Assembly and working-class causes.

Mr Lloyd Pack, 69, was most well known for his role as roadsweeper and Nag's Head regular Trigger in BBC comedy Only Fools and Horses.

Talented Mr Lloyd Pack was also a well respected Shakespearean actor and appeared regularly at London's Globe Theatre.

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