Gordon Brown

Politician, Prime Minister of the UK

Gordon Brown - Politician, Prime Minister of the UK
Born

February 20th, 1951
74 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 2007 to 2010, representing the Labour Party. Held the position of Chancellor of the Exchequer from 1997 to 2007, overseeing the British economy and implementing policies that shaped fiscal governance. Prior to his premiership, contributed to the party's economic policies and was instrumental in the response to the 2008 financial crisis.

Served as Chancellor of the Exchequer

Led the UK as Prime Minister

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