The blunt-talking former coal miner started his political career as a Labour councillor, before defecting to the Conservatives and being elected as MP for Ashfield in 2019.
International Women s Day: Remarkable heroines of the North By Alice Prentice Published: 10:30, 08 March 2021
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The 8th of March is International Women s Day, a day to celebrate and recognise the many achievements of women. So, we thought there is no better way to celebrate this global event than to showcase some ambitious and talented Scottish ladies.
From athletes to actresses, going as far back as the 18th Century, we have selected a handful of women who have reached global recognition - despite being born in small communities in the North.