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Matthew Hancock Biography and Timeline

Follow Matthew Hancock through 2 dated historical records for Great Britain.

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Matthew Hancock, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

2Distinct records

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2020

27 March 2020

COVID-19

Health Secretary · London · Government / Conservative Party Government

Announces he has tested positive for COVID-19.

Role range: 2018-2021

2 April 2020

COVID-19

Health Secretary · London · Government / Conservative Party Government

Sets a target to expand COVID-19 testing capacity.

Role range: 2018-2021

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