Lynne Neagle
Lynne Neagle MS (born 18 January 1968) is a Welsh Labour & Co-operative[1] politician. Born in Merthyr Tydfil, Glamorgan, Wales, Neagle has represented the constituency of Torfaen since the Senedd Cymru was established in 1999.
Lynne Neagle | |
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| Member of the Senedd for Torfaen | |
| Assumed office 6 May 1999 | |
| Preceded by | Office Created |
| Majority | 4,498 (19.8%) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 18 January 1968 Merthyr Tydfil, Wales |
| Political party | Welsh Labour Co-operative |
| Spouse(s) | Huw Lewis AM |
| Children | 2 |
| Alma mater | University of Reading |
| Occupation | Political Advisor |
| Website | Welsh Labour |
Background
Neagle was educated at Cyfarthfa High School, Merthyr Tydfil, and the University of Reading, where she read French and Italian.
She is a former Voluntary Sector Carer and Careers Development Officer. Neagle was also a research assistant to Glenys Kinnock MEP.
Political career
Neagle was elected to the Senedd in 1999 as a Labour candidate to represent Torfaen. Ahead of the 2011 elections she was adopted as a Labour & Co-operative candidate.
Personal life
Neagle is married to Huw Lewis, the former Senedd Member for Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney. They live in Penarth, with their two children.
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Offices held
| Senedd Cymru | ||
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| Preceded by (new post) |
Member of the Senedd for Torfaen 1999–present |
Incumbent |