Geoffrey Cox
English lawyer and Member of Parliament
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United Kingdom
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Held the position of Member of Parliament for Torridge and West Devon since 2005. Served as Attorney General for England and Wales from 2018 to 2020. Instrumental in providing legal advice to the government regarding Brexit negotiations and related legal matters. Engaged in various legal and parliamentary discussions throughout political career.
Served as Attorney General during Brexit negotiations
Represented Torridge and West Devon since 2005
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