David Smith
Profile
David Smith is a British politician serving as the Member of Parliament for North Northumberland since 2024. A member of the Labour Party, he identifies with the socially conservative Blue Labour faction. In December 2024, he was appointed as the UK's Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief. Prior to his parliamentary career, Smith worked for the Bible Society and Tearfund, and led a housing charity in Gateshead. He is a practicing Christian who has advocated for farmers' rights and expressed opposition to assisted dying legislation.
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- Birth place
- Scotland
- Education
- Glasgow University, University College Dublin
- Career
- Leader of a housing charity, Bible Society employee, Tearfund employee
