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Farming Minister knighted in Rishi Sunak's surprise honours list

Defra MP Mark Spencer recognised for his service to the public and parliament

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Sir Mark Spencer who has been knighted in the Prime Minister's Easter honours list
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Sir Mark Spencer who has been knighted in the Prime Minister's Easter honours list

Farming Minister Mark Spencer has reportedly been given a knighthood in Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's ‘surprise' honours list announcement. The Sherwood MP, who was appointed Minister of State at the...

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