Duncan Baker

Duncan Baker was elected as the Conservative MP for North Norfolk at the 2019 general election, taking the seat from the Liberal Democrats with a 17.5 per cent swing – giving him a majority of 14,395. Before his election to parliament he had a decade of experience in local politics, serving as a town councillor in Norfolk, for UKIP until he joined the Conservatives in 2016, as mayor of Holt and later a district councillor. Delivering Brexit was at the heart of his campaignHe Baker celebrated the government’s £16 billion defence spending, announced in November 2020, as “a chance to end the era of retreat” and “bolster our global influence”. He has said that his work with Norfolk and Suffolk MPs persuaded the government to consider adding wind energy to the National Grid. He has also said the future of social care and the challenges of an ageing population are particularly pronounced in his constituency.

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Are there any other memories from your political career you want to highlight?

My maiden speech was a special moment. My family and those that helped me get elected watching from the balcony and the tears in my colleagues eyes meant a lot.

If writing a local guidebook, which walks, museums, or other local attractions would you recommend?

If you want the most beautiful weekend away come and visit North Norfolk and take a walk on Holkham beach.

How do you like to unwind in your free time?

I enjoy sport, running, tennis, golf. Walking in North Norfolk and family time.