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Michael Gove Biography and Timeline

Follow Michael Gove through 3 dated historical records for Great Britain.

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Michael Gove, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

3Distinct records

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2016–2016Years on this page

2016

20 February 2016

Brexit

Justice Secretary · London · Government / Conservative Party Government

Declares support for leaving the European Union.

Role range: 2015-2016

20 February 2016

Brexit

Lord Chancellor · Justice Secretary · London · Government / Conservative Party Government

Announces his support for Leave as a senior cabinet minister.

Role range: 2015-2016

30 June 2016

Brexit

Justice Secretary · London · Government / Conservative Party Government

Enters the Conservative leadership contest after the referendum.

Role range: 2015-2016

Records, sources and methodology

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