Transport Matters: Interview with Lord McLoughlin, Former Secretary of State for Transport and Chief Whip
OffTheCuth by Fiona Cuthbertson
Episode notes
Listen to Lord McLoughlin talk about what it's really like to be Secretary of State as well as hold one of the most secretive roles in politics - the Chief Whip.
BIOG: Lord McLoughlin has had an extensive career in UK politics for more than 30 years. As an MP he held many senior government positions, including Government Chief Whip, Secretary of State for Transport, Chairman of the Conservative Party and Chancellor to the Duchy of Lancaster. He is now a Member of the House of Lords, Executive Board Member of XRAIL Group, Chairman of Airlines UK and Chair of Transport for the North.
Keywords
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