Alex Cunningham
Scottish politician and Member of Parliament
Born
May 1st, 1955
69 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Cunningham served as a Member of Parliament for Stockton North since 2012. Prior to this, he held various positions within local governance and the Labour Party. Active in addressing social justice issues, he focused on healthcare, education, and economic development through his political career. Cunningham's efforts included being involved in committees related to education and health. He has advocated for improvement in local infrastructure and community services, prioritizing the needs of constituents in the North East England region.
Served as Member of Parliament for Stockton North
Active in addressing social justice issues
Involved in education and health committees
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