Alan Haselhurst
Academic and British politician
Born
June 23rd, 1937
88 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Served as a member of the House of Commons from 1970 to 2001, representing the Saffron Walden constituency. Held the position of Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons from 1997 to 2001. Contributed to various academic and local government initiatives throughout political career.
Member of Parliament for Saffron Walden
Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons
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