Kevan Jones
Profile
Kevan Jones, Baron Beamish, is a British politician and life peer who has served as a member of the House of Lords since 2024. Previously, he represented North Durham as a Member of Parliament from 2001 to 2024, during which time he held roles including Minister for Veterans at the Ministry of Defence and Shadow Minister for the Armed Forces. A member of the Labour Party, Jones has been a prominent advocate for mental health awareness and has chaired the Intelligence and Security Committee. His legislative career includes the successful passage of the Christmas Day (Trading) Act 2004.
Details
- Born
- 1964-04-25 · 62 years old
- Birth place
- Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
- Education
- Portland Comprehensive School, Newcastle Polytechnic, University of Southern Maine
- Career
- Newcastle upon Tyne councillor, elected officer of the GMB Union
