Tommy Sheridan - Early Life

Early Life

Sheridan's mother is Alice Sheridan, an experienced political activist who has stood as a candidate for political groups involving her son.

Sheridan attended the Roman Catholic schools of St Monica's Primary and Lourdes Secondary before studying at the University of Stirling, where he received a degree in Economics. He obtained a MSc in Social Research at the University of Strathclyde in 2008. He studied law at Strathclyde Law School, on the two year fast track degree, but did not complete the course. He also played football at Junior level with Larkhall Thistle, Benburb, East Kilbride Thistle, Baillieston and St. Anthony's.

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