Simon Burns

English politician, Transport Minister

Simon Burns - English politician, Transport Minister
Born

September 6th, 1952
72 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Served as a Member of Parliament representing West Rochford from 1997 to 2015. Held the position of Minister of State for Transport from 2012 to 2015, overseeing various transportation initiatives and policy implementations. Contributed to discussions on transport infrastructure and played a role in organizing events related to transportation in the UK. Engaged in parliamentary committees focusing on transport-related issues.

Served as Minister of State for Transport

Represented West Rochford in Parliament

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