David Cameron

Member of the House of Lords

David Cameron

Member of the House of Lords

David Cameron, who served as the UK Prime Minister from 2010 to 2016, made a surprising return to government in November 2023 when he was appointed Foreign Secretary under Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. To take on the role, he was granted a peerage, becoming Lord Cameron of Chipping Norton, and took a seat in the House of Lords. His tenure as Foreign Secretary lasted until July 2024, during which he played a key role in shaping the UK’s foreign policy and diplomatic relations.

Cameroon Under Fire: Miliband Attacks PM Over Coulson Appointment Amid Phone Hacking Scandal

Labour leader Ed Miliband accused Prime Minister David Cameron of still facing "unanswered questions" over phone hacking, citing the resignation of Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Paul Stephenson. Miliband questioned whether Cameron had discussed News Corporation's BSkyB bid with the Murdochs or Rebekah Brooks at social gatherings.

PM Cameron Calls Parliament Back Early Amid Phone-Hacking Crisis

The Commons will be recalled on Wednesday to debate the phone-hacking scandal, with Prime Minister David Cameron planning to make a statement and answer questions. The development comes after Senior police officer John Yates signaled his intention to resign, following Met Commissioner Sir Paul Stephenson's resignation on Sunday. Former News International chief executive Rebekah Brooks is set to appear before a committee of MPs alongside Rupert and James Murdoch, despite her arrest and questioning by police.

Phone Hacking Inquiry Announced: PM Gives Lord Justice Leveson Powers to Probe Media Scandal

The UK Prime Minister David Cameron has announced that an inquiry into phone hacking will have powers to call media proprietors, editors, and politicians to give evidence under oath. The inquiry, led by Lord Justice Leveson, will investigate wrongdoing in the press and police and review regulation in the press. The PM said those who sanctioned wrongdoing should have no further role in running a media company in the UK.

Dowler Family Meets Cameron Amid Phone Hacking Outrage

Milly Dowler’s family met with Prime Minister David Cameron at Downing Street to discuss claims that her phone was hacked by the News of the World. The meeting, arranged by the Hacked Off campaign, was described as "constructive" by Downing Street. Milly's parents and sister met with Cameron, who listened to their concerns about the hacking scandal, which has led to widespread public outcry.

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