Mark Field

Lawyer and British politician

Mark Field - Lawyer and British politician
Born

October 6th, 1964
60 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1964, this individual served as a Member of Parliament for the Cities of London and Westminster from 2015 to 2019. Education includes attendance at the University of East Anglia and University College London, where legal training was completed. Engaged in various legal practices prior to entering politics. During tenure, participated in numerous debates and committees, contributing to discussions on urban development and public safety. Instrumental in advocating for legal reforms and served on parliamentary committees.

Served as Member of Parliament from 2015-2019

Contributed to debates on urban development

Advocated for legal reforms

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