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Ian Twinn

b. 1950

British politician (born 1950)

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About Ian Twinn

Born 1950. Ian Twinn is a British politician.

Ian David Twinn (born 26 April 1950) is a British Conservative politician. He was educated at Cambridge Grammar School for Boys (now Netherhall School), the University of Wales and Reading University; he then worked as a lecturer. Twinn was elected as MP for Edmonton, becoming the seat's first Conservative MP in 48 years, and serving from 1983 until he lost his seat to Labour's Andy Love in 1997. Twinn was also Deputy Chairman of the Conservative Party from 1986 to 1988. He also became the first Conservative in Edmonton to be re-elected for a second term (in 1987) and a third (in 1992). He was appointed a CBE in 2018 for political and voluntary service.

In 1999, he was placed fifth on the Conservative Party list for London in the European Parliament elections. The Conservatives secured only four seats, but Twinn served briefly as an MEP from 21 October 2003 until the 2004 elections, following the resignation of Lord Bethell due to ill health. Twinn was sixth on the Conservative list at the subsequent EU election, and lost his seat as the Conservatives won only three. He was listed eighth in 2009, and again was unsuccessful in being elected. He was a candidate for the Nunhead and Queen's Road ward in the 2022 Southwark London Borough Council election.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
University of Reading
Positions held
Member of the 51st Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 50th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 49th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the European Parliament
Also known as
Ian David Twinn

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ian Twinn?

British politician (born 1950)

When was Ian Twinn born?

Ian Twinn was born on 26 April 1950 in Cambridge.

What is Ian Twinn's occupation?

Ian Twinn is a politician.

What nationality is Ian Twinn?

Ian Twinn is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ian Twinn

· Wikidata: Q5983134

· DBpedia: Ian Twinn

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