Sir Patrick McLoughlin, MP for the Derbyshire Dales, talks to Catherine Roth about his upbringing, his passions – and the magic of Westminster.
THE Rt Hon Sir Patrick McLoughlin has been a Member of Parliament for over 30 years and is currently chairman of the Conservative Party. During his time as a politician, both in government and opposition, he has held a variety of roles including Chief Whip and Secretary of State for Transport. However, his beginnings were somewhat more humble…