Philip Hunt
English politician and Baron, House of Lords
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United Kingdom
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Born in 1949, a member of the Labour Party, held the title of Baron Hunt of Kings Heath. Served as a member of the House of Lords since 2004. Worked in various capacities, including as the Government Whip and Minister of State for Health. Engaged in health-related policy initiatives and contributed to the legislative process on several significant health reforms.
Served as a Government Whip in the House of Lords
Contributed to health policy as Minister of State
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