Robin Walker

English businessman and politician

Robin Walker - English businessman and politician
Born

April 12th, 1978
47 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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A politician and businessman with a background in government and commerce. Served as the Member of Parliament for Worcester since 2015. Held the position of Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Food and Animal Welfare, focusing on agricultural and food industry policies. Engaged in various local initiatives to support the economy and community development in Worcestershire.

Elected as Member of Parliament for Worcester

Served as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State

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