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Pia Gjellerup

b. 1959

Danish politician

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About Pia Gjellerup

Born 1959. Pia Gjellerup is a Danish politician.

Pia Gjellerup (born 22 August 1959) is a Danish politician representing the Social Democrats. She has been a Member of Parliament (Folketinget) since 8 September 1987 and has occupied three different cabinet positions: Justice Minister (25 January 1993 – 29 March 1993), Minister of Trade and Industry (23 March 1998 – 23 December 2000), and Finance Minister (21 December 2000 – 27 November 2001).

She is a solicitor by profession.

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Important facts

Born
22 August 1959, Frederiksberg
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Kingdom of Denmark
Education
University of Copenhagen
Positions held
Finance Minister of Denmark, Justice Minister of Denmark, Board member, Member of the Folketing

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Pia Gjellerup?

Danish politician

When was Pia Gjellerup born?

Pia Gjellerup was born on 22 August 1959 in Frederiksberg.

What is Pia Gjellerup's occupation?

Pia Gjellerup is a politician.

What nationality is Pia Gjellerup?

Pia Gjellerup is Danish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Pia Gjellerup

· Wikidata: Q273942

· DBpedia: Pia Gjellerup

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