John Howell
Journalist and English politician
Born
July 27th, 1955
70 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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In 1955, a journalist and politician was born in England. This individual served as a member of Parliament, representing the Henley constituency after winning the seat in 2001. Throughout a political career, emphasis was placed on issues relating to education, healthcare, and local community support. In addition to parliamentary duties, involvement in media as a journalist helped to shape public discourse on various topics. The individual also participated in several committees, influencing legislation and policy within the UK government. Areas of focus included advocating for transparency and accountability in public office.
Served as Member of Parliament for Henley
Contributed significantly to parliamentary committees
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