Andrew George
English politician and MP
Born
December 2nd, 1958
66 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Service as a Member of Parliament spanned over 18 years, representing the St Ives constituency. Established a reputation for advocating rural issues, particularly in agriculture and environmental policy. Played a role in legislative discussions guiding national policy on various social issues and public services. Additionally, contributed to the development of regional projects aimed at community improvement.
Represented St Ives in Parliament from 1997 to 2015
Advocated for rural and agricultural policies
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