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Stephen Sherbourne

b. 1945

British political secretary (born 1945)

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About Stephen Sherbourne

Born 1945. Stephen Sherbourne is a British politician.

Stephen Ashley Sherbourne, Baron Sherbourne of Didsbury, (born 15 October 1945) is a British Conservative who was Political Secretary for Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and chief of staff to Conservative leader Michael Howard. He is currently a non-executive director of Smithfields Consultants.

He was born in Manchester, and studied Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) at St Edmund Hall, Oxford. He is known for his interest for liberal democracy and the free market.

He was knighted in 2006, having previously been appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 1988 New Year Honours. He was created a life peer on 12 September 2013 taking the title Baron Sherbourne of Didsbury, of Didsbury in the City of Manchester.

Sherbourne is openly gay.

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Important facts

Born
15 October 1945, Manchester
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United Kingdom
Education
St Edmund Hall
Positions held
Member of the House of Lords
Awards
Commander of the Order of the British Empire; Knight Bachelor
Also known as
Stephen Ashley Sherbourne, Baron Sherbourne of Didsbury

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Stephen Sherbourne?

British political secretary (born 1945)

When was Stephen Sherbourne born?

Stephen Sherbourne was born on 15 October 1945 in Manchester.

What is Stephen Sherbourne's occupation?

Stephen Sherbourne is a politician.

What nationality is Stephen Sherbourne?

Stephen Sherbourne is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Stephen Sherbourne

· Wikidata: Q7610517

· DBpedia: Stephen Sherbourne, Baron Sherbourne of Didsbury

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