John Hemming

English businessman and politician

John Hemming - English businessman and politician
Born

March 16th, 1960
65 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Established a career in business and entered politics, representing the Birmingham Yardley constituency as a Member of Parliament. Elected as a Liberal Democrat in 2005, served in various capacities within the party. Involved in several local initiatives and reforms, focusing on issues relevant to constituents. Resigned from the party in 2014 and continued to contribute to political discourse as an independent.

Represented Birmingham Yardley as MP

Served as a Liberal Democrat from 2005 to 2014

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