Edwina Currie

English politician and author

Edwina Currie - English politician and author
Born

October 13th, 1946
78 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as a Member of Parliament in the UK from 1983 to 1997. Held the position of Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health. Gained attention for her outspoken views on various issues, notably the impact of government policies on public health. Authored several books, including works on political commentary and fiction.

Served as MP for South Derbyshire

Held the Health role in the UK government

Wrote several books on politics and fiction

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