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British politician
Melanie Ward is a British Labour Party politician who has been the Member of Parliament for Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy since 2024. Having previously contested the seat of Glenrothes in 2015. She gained the seat from Neale Hanvey, who was elected for the Scottish National Party but defected to the Alba Party.[1]
Ward has served as President of the National Union of Students Scotland.[2]
Formerly CEO of Medical Aid for Palestinians, she was chosen for Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in health in 2024.[3][4][5][6] Ward stepped down following her election.[7][8]
References
- ^ "Cowdenbeath & Kirkcaldy | General Election 2024". Sky News. Retrieved 5 July 2024.
- ^ "The former student leaders entering Parliament". Wonkhe. Retrieved 2024-07-16.
- ^ "Melanie Ward". 2 May 2024.
- ^ "General Election: Melanie Ward on Labour's 'positive vision ' for Kirkcaldy – and getting things done".
- ^ "Who is Melanie Ward? The new Palestine aid charity boss standing for Labour in Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy". 10 May 2024.
- ^ Carrell, Severin (10 May 2024). "Palestinian charity CEO to stand for Labour in Fife in boost for Starmer". The Guardian.
- ^ "Melanie Ward steps down as MAP CEO - Latest News & Developments - Medical Aid for Palestinians".
- ^ "Medical Aid for Palestinians CEO resigns after election as UK MP".
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| Preceded by | Member of Parliament for Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy 2024–present |
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