Kelly, Ruth (1968–)

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Kelly, Ruth (1968–)

English economist and politician. Born Ruth Kelly, May 9, 1968; m. Derek John Gadd, 1996.

Was economics writer, The Guardian (1990–94); representing Labour, elected to House of Commons for Bolton West (1997, 2001, 2005); named financial secretary, HM Treasury; became secretary of state, Department for Education and Skills (2004).

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