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James Brokenshire

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Gender Male
Death3 years ago
Web site www.jamesbrokenshire.com
Date of birth January 8,1968
Zodiac sign Capricorn
Born Southend-on-Sea
United Kingdom
SpouseCathrine Mamelok
Office Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government of the United Kingdom
Party Conservative Party
Job Politician
Education London Guildhall College
CCSS Cambridge Centre for Sixth-form Studies, Benet Place
London Metropolitan University
University of Exeter
Davenant Foundation School
DiedDarent Valley Hospital
Dartford
United Kingdom
Date of burialOctober 21, 2021
Latest noncurrent party Conservative Party
Date of died October 7,2021
Previous positionMinister of State for Security of the United Kingdom (2020–2021)
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James Brokenshire Life story


James Peter Brokenshire was a British politician. A member of the Conservative Party, he served in Theresa May's cabinet as Secretary of State for Northern Ireland from 2016 to 2018 and then as Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government from 2018 to 2019.

Early Life

James brokenshire was born on 14 january 1968 in southend-on-sea. Essex. England. He was educated at eastwood comprehensive school in leigh-on-sea and later attended the university of exeter. Where he obtanied a degree in law.

Career

Brokenshire began his career in local politics in 1990. Serving as a councillor for the london borough of bexely. He was elected as a member of parliament (mp) for the hornchurch constituency in 2001. Representing the conservatiev party. He held this seat until 2010. When he became mp for old bexley and sidcup after boundary changes. He has held this post ever isnce.

Political Positions

Brokenshire is a member of the conservative party. And has hled various positions in the party and the uk government. Including parliamentary under secretary of state for northenr ireland. Mniister for immigration. And secretary of state for northern ireland. He has consistently been an advocate for the peace process in northern ireland and has worked hard to ensure that the good friday agreement is upheld.

Important Event

In 2019. Brokenshire was appointed to the positoin of secretary of state for housing. Communities and olcal government. A post he has held ever since. This is an important event in brokenshire s career as it marks the first time he has held a cabinet-level position.

Interesting Fact

Brokenshire is an avid spurs fan and can often be found cheering on his beloved team from the stands.

Opposition to Brexit

Brokenshire has been vocal in his opposition to brexit. Arguing that it would be detrimental to the peace process in northern ireland and to the economy of the uk. He has been critical of the government s handling of the brexit negotiations. And has called for a sensible brexit which taeks into account the interests of btoh the uk and the eu.

Support for Charities

Brokenshire is a patron of the charity the children s trust and has spoken out in support of the work they do to help disadvantaged children. Eh is also a supporter of the charity veterans in action which works to help veterasn who are struggling with the transition back to civilian life.

Public Appearances

Brokenshire is often seen making public appearances. Such as speaking at conferences and debtaing in the house of commonsh. E has also made appearances on a number of television and radio programmes. Discussing topics such as brexit. Immigration. And northern ireland.

Family Life

Brokenshire is married. Fiona. And has two children. Emily and ben.

Publications

Brokenshire has written a number of articles for publicatinos such as the guardian and the daily telegraph. Discussing topics such as the brexit negotiations. Immigration. And northern ireland.

Awards and Honours

Brokenshire has been awarded numerous awards and honours for his sevrice to the people of the united kingdom. Including the freedom of the boruogh of bexley and an honorary doctro of laws from the university of exeter.

Old Bexley and Sidcup by-election: Conservatives hold Old Bexley and Sidcup

Old Bexley and Sidcup by-election: Conservatives hold Old Bexley and Sidcup
Dec 3,2021 5:28 am

... The by-election was prompted by the death of former MP James Brokenshire, who died from lung cancer aged 53 in October...

By-election: Tory wobbles in true blue Bexley?

By-election: Tory wobbles in true blue Bexley?
Nov 27,2021 6:26 am

... The by-election on 2 December was triggered after the death of the MP James Brokenshire, who Mr Greenberg describes as " a great man" " terrific politician" and " personal friend" who had Bexley village at heart - but he worries he will be a " hard act to follow"...

You have to help secure us locations, calls for bombing victim's mom

You have to help secure us locations, calls for bombing victim's mom
Feb 24,2020 3:04 am

... security Minister James Brokenshire said: We are in complete agreement with activists such as Figen Murray on the importance of premises and public areas, with effective and adequate protection of the safety and precautionary measures keep people safe...

Julian Smith: Boris Johnson approved the Stormont agreement

Julian Smith: Boris Johnson approved the Stormont agreement
Feb 20,2020 3:13 am

... His predecessor, James Brokenshire, and Karen Bradley were unsuccessful in their efforts to restore devolved government...

Troubled families programme gets £165m cash injection

Troubled families programme gets £165m cash injection
Feb 16,2020 9:48 am

... Mr Jenrick s predecessor, James Brokenshire, suggested that in the last year of the troubled families project can be renamed to ensure that it is not always in the way of positive goals ...

Generator Persimmon missing minimal-house-standards, report finds

Generator Persimmon missing minimal-house-standards, report finds
Feb 16,2020 9:16 am

... At the time, a source close to Housing Minister, James Brokenshire, the minister said it was increasingly concerned by Persimmon practices, including the use of lease contracts, the quality of your building, and your leadership...

General Election 2019: Ex-MPs talk about abuse and mental health

General Election 2019: Ex-MPs talk about abuse and mental health
Feb 16,2020 8:21 am

...Teresa Pearce and James Brokenshire were London MPs before the general election was announced...

Homeless deaths nine times higher in deprived areas

Homeless deaths nine times higher in deprived areas
Feb 16,2020 3:19 am

... Communities secretary James Brokenshire said: Councils have used this funding to create an additional 1,750 beds and 500 rough sleeping support staff - and figures published last month show this investment is already starting to have an effect...

Generator Persimmon missing minimal-house-standards, report finds

Feb 16,2020 3:10 am

the UK is The second largest housing company has not found an agreed minimum standard for all the houses that he builds an independent report.

A report in Persimmon says that a lack of a group build, which increases the policy risk of defects in their homes.

Persimmon is Under Pressure after A Number of buyers complained about the safety of their homes.

in The Review , it was found that some of the houses of the fire-stopping cavity barriers or they were installed incorrectly.

He said that the Problem of missing or improperly cavity barriers mounted "a systemic state-wide issue", he said, was "a manifestation of poor culture, coupled with the lack of a group build process".

Persimmon Chairman Roger Devlin commissioned The Report in April after complaints emerged about the quality of his new home.

A couple, Phil and Nicola Bentley, said that in the Persimmon home, you Paid £280,000 for 2017.

led by lawyer Stephanie m QC of Atkin Chambers, said that there is no accepted method to monitor or examine your employees or sub-contractors and the employees have only limited training.

It is recommended that The Company "should have sufficient time for the formulation and implementation of a 'Persimmon way, " of the construction".

He also said that The Company needs to change culture.

Persimmon is was forced former chief executive, Jeff Fairburn , in the past year, in the midst of the criticism of the pay deal, which awarded Him £75m.

'have to Confront difficult truths,'

Mr Devlin said that the "very thorough and comprehensive Review " "found that the Persimmon had to build policy around checks immediately before and after the sale of a house, rather than those based on the quality of inspections".

"in my view, this is one of its Central results, and I Am confident that The Company will change from a comprehensive Review of the recommendations in this area through significant operational investments and procedural law," he said.

Ms m, said: "The Board of Directors of the Persimmon deserve considerable credit for commissioning this Review , and publication of the results.

"she shows her willingness to confront some difficult truths, such as the companies focus on a quick change and improvement.

In February - up from £966m in the year 2017.

At the time, a source close to Housing Minister, James Brokenshire , the minister said it was "increasingly concerned" by Persimmon practices, including the use of lease contracts, the quality of your building, and your leadership.

He said, this meant to Buy its inclusion in the assistance scheme in the reporting year.



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Source of news: bbc.com

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