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Farming Minister confirms intention to stand as a candidate at the next General Election

Sir Mark Spencer has held the Sherwood seat since 2010

Chris Brayford
clock • 1 min read
"I could not have asked for a better job to have, serving my local community."
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"I could not have asked for a better job to have, serving my local community."

Sir Mark has confirmed his intention to campaign for re-election as an MP at the next General Election. The Conservative MP for Sherwood and Farming Minister announced his decision to stand for re-election...

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