Giles Radice
Baron, English politician and author
Born
Died
2022
4 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Served as a Labour Party politician, representing North West Durham in the House of Commons from 1970 to 1997. Held several notable positions, including Minister of State for Trade and was a member of the House of Lords after being made a life peer in 1999. Contributed to various political discussions and authored several works on policy and parliamentary procedure.
Represented North West Durham from 1970 to 1997
Served as Minister of State for Trade
Created a life peer in 1999
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