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Peter Bedford

b. 1986

British politician

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About Peter Bedford

Born 1986. Peter Bedford is a British politician.

Peter Alexander Bedford (born 3 February 1986 ) is a British Conservative Party politician who has been Member of Parliament for Mid Leicestershire since 2024.

Early life and career

Bedford studied law at the University of Leicester. After graduating from university, he qualified as a chartered accountant with PwC.

Bedford contested the Bolsover parliamentary constituency at the 2015 General Election, coming runner up to Dennis Skinner MP.

He was elected to Leicestershire County Council in May 2017 and held several positions including as a Scrutiny Commissioner, Chairman of Corporate Governance, and finally in Cabinet as the portfolio holder for 'Recovery & Transformation'.

Personal life Bedford was born and raised in Northamptonshire, within a single parent family, before relocating to Leicestershire to read law at the University of Leicester.

Bedford is mixed-race of British Indian and English origin.

Electoral history

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Important facts

Born
3 February 1986
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United Kingdom
Positions held
Member of the 59th Parliament of the United Kingdom
Also known as
Peter Alexander Bedford

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Peter Bedford?

British politician

When was Peter Bedford born?

Peter Bedford was born on 3 February 1986.

What is Peter Bedford's occupation?

Peter Bedford is a politician.

What nationality is Peter Bedford?

Peter Bedford is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Peter Bedford

· Wikidata: Q126850871

· DBpedia: Peter Bedford (politician)

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