Sir William James Simpson, commonly known as Bill Simpson, was a prominent Scottish trade unionist and political activist. Born on May 20, 1920, he served in World War II before pursuing a career in foundry work. After becoming active in the Amalgamated Union of Foundry Workers, he took on significant leadership roles, including General Secretary of its foundry section and later as a chairman of important health and safety committees. He was knighted in 1984 for his contributions to labor rights and workplace safety, continuing to influence unionism until his death in November 2001.
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Meaning of the name - William
resolute protector, strong-willed warrior
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Place of Birth: Falkirk
Educated At: Falkirk Technical School
Occupation: trade unionist
Employers: Amalgamated Union of Foundry Workers | Amalgamated Engineering Union | Health and Safety Commission | Advisory Committee on Asbestos
Awards Received: Knight Bachelor
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on May 20, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for May 20, 2024 |
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| Sun | 29 Taurus 20 | 0 Gemini 10 | 8 Virgo 55 |
| Moon | 3 Cancer 45 | 27 Libra 11 | 16 Aries 59 |
| Mercury | 22 Taurus 52 | 6 Taurus 44 | 1 Virgo 50 |
| Venus | 17 Taurus 23 | 26 Taurus 8 | 25 Virgo 20 |
| Mars | 22 Libra 6 | 15 Aries 22 | 28 Scorpio 1 |
| Jupiter | 11 Leo 3 | 28 Taurus 45 | 1 Virgo 0 |
| Saturn | 5 Virgo 41 | 18 Pisces 3 | 14 Virgo 51 |
| Uranus | 5 Pisces 28 | 23 Taurus 33 | 3 Pisces 26 |
| Neptune | 9 Leo 0 | 29 Pisces 27 | 12 Leo 18 |
| Pluto | 6 Cancer 21 | 2 Aquarius 1 | 8 Cancer 38 |
| Rahu | 14 Scorpio 55 | 13 Aries 25 | 9 Scorpio 25 |
| Ketu | 14 Taurus 55 | 13 Libra 25 | 9 Taurus 25 |
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