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Peter Peacock

b. 1952

British politician (born 1952)

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About Peter Peacock

Born 1952. Peter Peacock is a British politician.

Peter James Peacock (born 27 May 1952) is a Scottish politician who served as Minister for Education and Young People from 2003 to 2006. A member of the Scottish Labour Party, he was a Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) for the Highlands and Islands region from 1999 to 2011.

Peacock was convener of the Highland Regional Council from 1995 to 1999. He served on the Board of Scottish Natural Heritage and was later influential in the decision to move the agency's headquarters to Inverness.

Peacock was appointed a deputy minister when first elected at the 1999 Scottish Parliament election. He was promoted to Minister for Education and Young People in the Scottish Executive after the 2003 election.

Due to his position, Peacock was chosen to officially open the newly refurbished Morgan Academy in Dundee, Scotland, in August 2004; after the fire that destroyed the building in 2001. He resigned from his government post in November 2006 due to ill health.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Positions held
Member of the 1st Scottish Parliament, Member of the 2nd Scottish Parliament, Member of the 3rd Scottish Parliament, Minister for Education and Young People
Awards
Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Also known as
Peter James Peacock

People in Peter Peacock's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Peter Peacock?

British politician (born 1952)

When was Peter Peacock born?

Peter Peacock was born on 27 May 1952 in Edinburgh.

What is Peter Peacock's occupation?

Peter Peacock is a politician.

What nationality is Peter Peacock?

Peter Peacock is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Peter Peacock

· Wikidata: Q2077496

· DBpedia: Peter Peacock

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