Melanie Ward
British politician
Melanie Ward | |
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| Member of Parliament for Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy | |
Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 5 July 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Neale Hanvey |
| Majority | 7,248 (17.75%) |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Scottish Labour |
| Website | https://melanieward.org/ |
Melanie Ward is a British politician who has been the Member of Parliament for Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy since 2024. Having previously contested the seat of Glenrothes in 2015. A member of the Labour Party, she took the seat from the Alba Party.[1] Formerly CEO of Medical Aid for Palestinians, she was chosen for Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in health in 2024.[2][3][4][5] Ward stepped down following her election.[6][7]
References
- ^ "Cowdenbeath & Kirkcaldy | General Election 2024". Sky News. Retrieved 5 July 2024.
- ^ "Melanie Ward". 2 May 2024.
- ^ "General Election: Melanie Ward on Labour's 'positive vision ' for Kirkcaldy – and getting things done".
- ^ "Who is Melanie Ward? The new Palestine aid charity boss standing for Labour in Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy". 10 May 2024.
- ^ Carrell, Severin (10 May 2024). "Palestinian charity CEO to stand for Labour in Fife in boost for Starmer". The Guardian.
- ^ "Melanie Ward steps down as MAP CEO - Latest News & Developments - Medical Aid for Palestinians".
- ^ "Medical Aid for Palestinians CEO resigns after election as UK MP".
| Parliament of the United Kingdom | ||
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| Preceded by Neale Hanvey | Member of Parliament for Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy 2024–present | Incumbent |
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