Julian Smith appointed UK's Northern Ireland Secretary

Julian Smith has been appointed Northern Ireland Secretary, Downing Street said.

Julian Smith appointed UK's Northern Ireland Secretary
Wed, 24 Jul, 2019 - 22:40
Digital Desk staff

Former UK Government chief whip Julian Smith has been appointed the new Northern Ireland Secretary.

The MP for Skipton and Ripon in Yorkshire since 2010 has previously focused on rural issues, education, business and international development concerns.

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