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Norman Baker MP

Norman Baker

Biography

The Prime Minister has announced the appointment of Norman Baker, MP for Lewes, as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport.

Mr Baker was born in Aberdeen and raised in Hornchurch, attending the Royal Liberty School in Gidea Park, before going on to earn a BA degree in German from the University of London.

Prior to entering the House of Commons in 1997 he had a variety of jobs, including periods as an executive for Our Price Records and as an English teacher. He also served as a local councillor in East Sussex before becoming Leader of Lewes District Council in 1991.

In recent years Mr Baker has held a number of portfolios in the Liberal Democrat Shadow Cabinet, including Shadow Minister for the Cabinet Office, Shadow Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, and Shadow Secretary of State for Transport.

Responsibilities

  • Regional and Local Transport
  • Buses and Taxis - including concessionary fares
  • Walking and Cycling
  • Accessibility and Equalities
  • Alternatives to travel
  • Light rail and trams
  • Natural environment
  • Parking
  • Traffic management
  • Corporate issues

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