Clare Short

Civil servant and politician, UK development secretary

Clare Short - Civil servant and politician, UK development secretary
Born

February 15th, 1946
79 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as a civil servant and politician. Held the position of Secretary of State for International Development from 1997 to 2003 under Prime Minister Tony Blair. Focused on international development issues and advocated for reducing poverty and improving education and health in developing countries. Resigned from the cabinet over the Iraq War, citing concerns about its humanitarian implications. Continued to engage in public discussions on international politics and development issues after leaving office.

Served as Secretary of State for International Development

Resigned over the Iraq War

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