David Blunkett

British Labour politician; Home Secretary

David Blunkett - British Labour politician; Home Secretary
Born

June 6th, 1947
77 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as a prominent Labour politician in the United Kingdom. Held the position of Home Secretary from 2001 to 2004 under Prime Minister Tony Blair. Focused on issues related to crime, immigration, and civil liberties during tenure. Played a significant role in introducing several pieces of legislation, including the Criminal Justice Act and the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act. Resigned from the cabinet multiple times due to personal controversies, but remained an influential figure within the party and broader political discourse.

Served as Home Secretary from 2001 to 2004

Introduced the Criminal Justice Act

Introduced the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act

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