Stephen Dorrell
English politician and health secretary
Born
March 25th, 1952
73 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in England in 1952, a soldier and politician who served as Secretary of State for Health from 1995 to 1997. Played a significant role in public health policy during a transformative period in the National Health Service. Contributed to the incorporation of reforms aimed at improving health services in the UK. After leaving public office, continued to engage in discussions around health and social care.
Served as Secretary of State for Health
Contributed to NHS policy reforms
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