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Benn

British

/ bɛn /

noun

Antony ( Neil ) Wedgwood , known as Tony Benn . born 1925, British Labour politician, a leading figure on the party's left wing. He renounced (1963) the title of Viscount Stansgate

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Benn was discussing the festival's 20-year history on stage with Prof George McKay of the University of East Anglia when he revealed he had signed the 25-year lease.

From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026

Benn said he wished Sir Chris "all the very best in working with the executive to protect stability, continuing to generate growth and investment and in taking forward the Troubles Bill".

From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026

Hilary Benn is leaving his job as secretary of state for Northern Ireland, following Andy Burham's Cabinet reshuffle as prime minister.

From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026

Benn, who has lost just once in 26 fights, was also sidelined for a year amid a doping scandal.

From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026

I smiled and said: 'Now, Mrs Benn, you must take good care of yourself.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro

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