About Iain

Labour MP – Hartlepool

Date of Birth

9 May 1972

Political Profile

I became MP for Hartlepool in the by-election in September 2004.

I followed Peter Mandelson as the town’s MP when he left Parliament to become a European commissioner.

I previously served on Hartlepool Borough Council from 2002, where I had responsibility for performance management as part of its Cabinet.

My particular political interests are the economy, health and education.

Personal Profile

I have been married to my wife Tiffiny for ten years and we have four children - Ben, Jacob, Hattie and Billy.

I was born and bred in Hartlepool and attended Fens and Manor schools.
After studying History at University College, London, I became a chartered accountant. My last job before entering Parliament was as an accountant for One Northeast – the regional development agency.

I am a season ticket holder for Hartlepool United and go every week with my brother and eldest son. In the spare time I have I enjoy listening to music – especially groups like New Order, the Smiths and the Stone Roses and spending time with my wife and children.

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