parliamentary private secretary
Britishnoun
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But in 1972, he accepted a job as parliamentary private secretary to the minister of state for employment, the first rung on the ladder to ministerial office.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2025
He endorsed former Prime Minister Boris Johnson during the 2019 leadership election, and went on to serve as his parliamentary private secretary.
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2023
Sir James Duddridge, who was given an honour by Mr Johnson in 2022 and previously worked as his parliamentary private secretary, told BBC Radio 4's Profile programme she was "vital to the No 10 operation".
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2023
Ms Crosbie is a former parliamentary private secretary to ex-health secretary Matt Hancock.
From BBC ● Jun. 27, 2023
Mr Howell leads the UK delegation to the Council of Europe and has twice served as a parliamentary private secretary to ministers.
From BBC ● Apr. 11, 2023
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