Frank Dobson

British politician, Secretary of State for Health

Frank Dobson - British politician, Secretary of State for Health
Born

March 15th, 1940
85 years ago

Died

2019
6 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as a politician in the United Kingdom for several decades. Held the position of Secretary of State for Health from 1997 to 1999 in the Labour government led by Tony Blair. Focused on health policy reform and was instrumental in approaching issues related to the National Health Service. Represented the Holborn and St Pancras constituency in Parliament for a significant period.

Held the position of Secretary of State for Health

Introduced various health policies during tenure

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