His poem V, written at around the time of the 1984-85 Miners’ Strike, caused controversy when a film adaptation was broadcast on Channel 4 in 1987.
Politicians and newspapers at the time complained of its heavy use of swear words, which Harrison had seen sprayed on gravestones around where his parents were buried.
At the time, Conservative MP Sir Gerald Howarth attempted to get the broadcast banned, while the Daily Mail described it as a “torrent of filth”.
The prime minister recently described V as his favourite poem in an interview with Times Radio about literature.
Harrison’s is the 211th blue plaque unveiled by Leeds Civic Trust, which is responsible for the scheme.
His daughter Jane said the plaque marking Harrison’s childhood home was “a wonderful opportunity to celebrate Leeds and the northern roots that were so very important to my dad”.
She added: “Thank you Leeds Civic Trust and the people of Beeston.”
Burgon, who nominated Harrison for inclusion in the scheme, said he was “delighted” the trust had decided to put up the plaque.
“Tony Harrison is truly one of the greatest poets this country has ever produced,” the MP said.
“On the page, stage, screen and in his incredible readings, he made poetry count.
“Leeds can be so proud to have given the world Tony Harrison.”
