Donald Gorrie

Scottish politician and legislator

Donald Gorrie - Scottish politician and legislator
Born

1933
92 years ago

Died

August 25th, 2012
13 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Scotland

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Served as a Scottish politician primarily for the Liberal Democrats. Elected as a Member of the Scottish Parliament for the Central Scotland region in 1999. Advocated for issues such as environmental sustainability, education, and social justice throughout the political career. Contributed to parliamentary committees that focused on health and education reforms. Retired from politics after reaching the end of parliamentary term in 2007.

Served as a Member of the Scottish Parliament from 1999 to 2007

Contributed to health and education reform committees

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