Leon Brittan [SEP] occupation
Leon Brittan
Leon Brittan, Baron Brittan of Spennithorne, (25 September 1939 – 21 January 2015) was a British politician, Conservative Member of Parliament, and barrister, as well as a member of the European Commission. He served several ministerial roles in Margaret Thatcher's government, including Home Secretary.
Early life.
Leon Brittan was born in London, the son of Rebecca (Lipetz) and Joseph Brittan, a doctor. His parents were Lithuanian Jews who had migrated to Britain before World War II. He
" Carl Beech, whose claims spurred Operation Midland, was convicted of making up the allegations in July 2019.
Styles of address.
- 19391974: Mr Leon Brittan
- 19741978: Mr Leon Brittan
- 19781981: Mr Leon Brittan
- 19811988: The Rt Hon. Leon Brittan
- 19881989: The Rt Hon. Leon Brittan
- 19892000: The Rt Hon. Sir Leon Brittan
- 20002015: The Rt Hon. The Lord Brittan of Spennithorne
External links.
- Announcement of his