Vera Baird
English lawyer and former politician
Born
February 13th, 1950
75 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Baird served as a barrister and held the position of Queen's Counsel. In 2001, elected as the Member of Parliament for Redcar, she represented the Labour Party until 2010. Baird also served as the Solicitor General from 2007 to 2010, contributing to legal reforms in the United Kingdom. Throughout her career, she advocated for women's rights and legal aid. After leaving Parliament, Baird took on various roles in public service and legal organizations.
Served as Solicitor General from 2007 to 2010
Elected as MP for Redcar in 2001
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