Robert Syms

English businessman and politician

Robert Syms - English businessman and politician
Born

August 15th, 1956
68 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as a Member of Parliament for Poole since 1997. Engaged in various business ventures before entering politics. Participated in legislative debates and contributed to local and national issues.

Served as Member of Parliament for Poole since 1997

Participated in legislative committees

Advocated for local business interests

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