David Anderson (Manx politician)

For other people named David Anderson, see David Anderson (disambiguation).

David Anderson
Born	David Moore Anderson 6 February 1954 (1954-02-06) (age 57) Isle of Man
Nationality	Manx
Occupation	Politician
Years active	2001–present
Employer	Isle of Man Government
Spouse	Jane Williams (m. 1982–present) «start: (1982)»"Marriage: Jane Williams to David Anderson (Manx politician)" Location: (linkback://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Anderson_(Manx_politician))
Children	1 son, 1 daughter

David Moore Anderson MHK (born 6 February 1954^[1]) is a Manx politician, who is currently the Minister for Health of the Isle of Man Government. He has been a Member of the House of Keys from 2001 for Glenfaba. Before going into politics, he was a dairy and mixed farmer. He is the son of former President of the Legislative Council Ian Anderson.

He had been called to resign by gay protesters following his support of legislation which would have prohibited the advocacy of homosexuality in schools.^[2]

He is a keen athlete, having competed in the Commonwealth Games in 1978. He was recently World Champion for Under 50s at 400m hurdles, and continues to race.

Personal life

He has been married to Jane (née Williams) since 1982, they have 2 grown up children together.

Ministerial Positions

• Minister for Education, 2004–06
• Minister for Transport, 2006–10
• Minister for Health, 2010–present

References

1. ^ "Anderson, David Moore". www.tynwald.org. http://www.tynwald.org.im/tynwald/biographies/anderson-dm.pdf. Retrieved 11 November 2011. 
2. ^ http://www.iomtoday.co.im/news/isle-of-man-news/gay_campaigners_call_for_minister_to_resign_1_1742423

Preceded by Walter Gilbey

MHK for Glenfaba 2001–present

Incumbent

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