Phil Wilson

English politician and MP for Sedgefield

Phil Wilson - Leaders & Politicians born May 31st, 1959
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Elected as the Member of Parliament for Sedgefield in 2007, served as a Labour Party politician. Contributed to various parliamentary committees, focusing on education and health issues. Retired from politics in 2019 after serving multiple terms in office, gaining experience in both local and national governance.

Served as the MP for Sedgefield from 2007 to 2019

Held positions in education and health parliamentary committees

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