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Duncan Smith

British  
/ ˈdʌŋkən ˈsmɪθ /

noun

  1. ( George ) Iain. born 1954, British politician; leader of the Conservative Party (2001–03); secretary of state for work and pensions (from 2010)

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During a trial in May, the court heard that "special attention" was also paid to British politicians, such as Conservative MP Sir Iain Duncan Smith.

From BBC Jun. 18, 2026

Over subsequent years, working mainly through the CSJ, the think tank he founded, Duncan Smith devised a system that he believed would not just simplify the benefits system but, crucially, make work pay.

From BBC Mar. 30, 2026

Beyond the obvious, the dilapidated housing and the poverty, what struck Duncan Smith in Easterhouse was the hopelessness, the sense that being on benefits was a destination, not a bridge.

From BBC Mar. 30, 2026

Under the previous government, Conservative MP Sir Iain Duncan Smith campaigned to amend another bill - the Criminal Justice Bill - to hold cyclists accountable for reckless behaviour.

From BBC Apr. 25, 2025

Meanwhile, local MP Sir Iain Duncan Smith said the Whitefield School footage “must lead to profound change” and described it as “jaw-dropping”.

From BBC Nov. 26, 2024

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