Dan Poulter

Physician and politician in the UK

Dan Poulter - Physician and politician in the UK
Born

October 30th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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A physician and politician practiced medicine and served as a member of Parliament. Elected to the House of Commons in 2010, represented the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency. Held the position of Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health. Worked on various health initiatives, focusing on mental health and children’s health services. Served on multiple committees related to health and education during the parliamentary tenure.

Served as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health

Promoted mental health initiatives in Parliament

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