Charles Bruzon
Gibraltarian politician and minister
Born
1938
87 years ago
Died
April 16th, 2013
12 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Gibraltar
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Served as a prominent Gibraltarian politician with notable roles in government. Held the position of Minister for Housing, which involved overseeing housing policies and developments in Gibraltar. Contributed to legislative changes and the advancement of housing projects aimed at benefiting residents. Worked within the Gibraltar Parliament to address various political issues affecting the territory. Influenced local political discourse and participated in discussions surrounding Gibraltar's governance and autonomy.
Served as Minister for Housing
Participated in Gibraltar Parliament
Contributed to housing policy reforms
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