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Matthew Parris
British journalist, broadcaster and former politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For the 13th-century chronicler, see Matthew Paris. For the lawyer and writer on Balkan affairs, see Matthew Parish.
Matthew Francis Parris (born 7 August 1949)[citation needed] is a British political writer and broadcaster, formerly a Conservative Member of Parliament. He was born in South Africa to British parents.
Quick Facts Member of Parliament for West Derbyshire, Preceded by ...
Matthew Parris | |
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Member of Parliament for West Derbyshire | |
In office 3 May 1979 ā 8 May 1986 | |
Preceded by | James Scott-Hopkins |
Succeeded by | Patrick McLoughlin |
Personal details | |
Born | (1949-08-07) 7 August 1949 (age 74) Johannesburg, South Africa |
Political party | Conservative |
Domestic partner | Julian Glover |
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