Steven Norris

English engineer and politician

Steven Norris - English engineer and politician
Born

May 24th, 1945
80 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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An engineer and politician from England. Served as a Member of Parliament for Oxford West and Abingdon from 1983 to 1992. Played a significant role in the transportation sector, particularly in promoting the privatization of British Rail and serving as a director of various transport companies. Involved in numerous engineering and business ventures throughout the career.

Served as MP for Oxford West and Abingdon

Promoted privatization of British Rail

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