The former MP for Kingston upon Hull East was a key part of New Labour under Sir Tony Blair.
His family said he had "spent his life trying to improve the lives of others, fighting for social justice and protecting the environment".
A former trade union activist and ex-merchant seaman, Lord Prescott died peacefully, surrounded by relatives at his care home.
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