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Gillian Shephard

Gillian Shephard is a British politician who served as a Member of Parliament (MP) for the Conservative Party from 1987 to 1997. She held various government positions, including Secretary of State for Education and Employment from 1995 to 1997. She was known for her work in education policy and her efforts to modernize the UK’s education system during her tenure. After losing her parliamentary seat in 1997, she continued to be involved in public and educational work. Shephard's career reflects significant developments in British politics and education in the 1990s.