British politician (born 1970) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Tim Farron (born 27 May 1970) is a British politician who has been the Member of Parliament for Westmorland and Lonsdale since 2005. Farron was the leader of the Liberal Democrats until his announced resignation in June 2017.[1]
Tim Farron | |
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Leader of the Liberal Democrats | |
In office 16 July 2015 – 20 July 2017 | |
Deputy | Jo Swinson |
Preceded by | Nick Clegg |
Succeeded by | Vince Cable |
President of the Liberal Democrats | |
In office 1 January 2011 – 1 January 2015 | |
Leader | Nick Clegg |
Preceded by | The Baroness Scott of Needham Market |
Succeeded by | The Baroness Brinton |
Member of Parliament for Westmorland and Lonsdale | |
Assumed office 5 May 2005 | |
Preceded by | Tim Collins |
Majority | 8,949 (18.3%) |
Personal details | |
Born | Timothy James Farron 27 May 1970 Preston, Lancashire, England |
Nationality | British |
Political party | Liberal Democrats |
Spouse(s) | Rosie Farron |
Children | 2 daughters, 2 sons |
Alma mater | Newcastle University |
From 2011 to 2015, Farron served as president of the Liberal Democrats. He became popular in the party because he did not vote for higher university tuition fees.
After the heavy Liberal Democrat party losses in the 2015 election, Nick Clegg resigned as party leader. This caused a leadership election to be held. Farron beat his rival Norman Lamb and was elected leader.[2]
Farron resigned as Lib Dem leader after the 2017 general election.[3]
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