Malcolm Wicks
English academic and politician
Born
July 1st, 1947
77 years ago
Died
September 29th, 2012
12 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Served as Minister of State for Energy
Served as Minister for Employment
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