Edward Heath the Liberal Party. Despite losing a second general election in October that year, he vowed to continue as leader of his party. In February 1975, Margaret Thatcher challenged and defeated him to win the leadership. Returning to the backbenches, Heath became an active critic of Thatcher's leadership. He remained a backbench MP until retiring at the 2001 election, serving as the Father of the House for his last nine years in Parliament. Outside politics, Heath was a world-class yachtsman and a talented musician. He died in 2005, aged 89. He is one of only four British prime ministers never to
Ted Heath discography Platinum Collection - see The Platinum Collection Pop Hits from the Classics Pow Pow/Big Band Spirituals Rhapsody in Blue: (Winifred Atwell plays Gershwin) Rodgers for Modems (Richard Rodgers Hits, Big Band Rogers) Salutes Tommy Dorsey and Benny Goodman Satin Saxes & Bouncing Brass (Satin Strings & Bouncing Brass) Sentimental Journey Shall We Dance (same as Big and Rich) Showcase Smooth 'n Swinging Strictly Instrumental Strike Up The Band (see Ted Heath Big Band) singles Strike up the Band/Fats Waller Album Sweet and Lovely Swing is King vol.1 Swing is King Swing is King vol. 2 Swing meets Latin (2 volume