THE founder of Polly Pocket has died aged 91.
Sir Torquil Norman, whose toy company was responsible for the iconic toy brand, has been described as “an extraordinary man”.
Sir Torquil Norman – the founder of Polly Pocket – has died aged 91[/caption]
Polly Pocket was first launched in the 1980s[/caption]
Conservative MP Jesse Norman led tributes to his father as he spoke at business questions in the House of Commons.
Shadow Commons leader Mr Norman told MPs: “Almost exactly 24 hours ago, my father Torquil Norman died at the age of 91.
“He was an extraordinary man who flew Seafires and Sea Furies during his national service in the Fleet Air Arm.
“He created Polly Pocket, a toy which bought unbelievable joy to millions of young people around the House and around the world.
“And he rebuilt the Roundhouse in Chalk Farm in London, not just as an incredible performing arts centre but as a creative centre for young people and for them to find their way from whatever backgrounds into jobs.”
Educated at Eton College, and then Harvard University and Trinity College, Cambridge, Sir Torquil then did National Service in the RAF.
