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Neil Pye

SJR Class of 1990
Studied at SJR
A level Government & Politics
A level History
A level English Language
Where after
University of Liverpool
Twentieth Century History
Upon graduating, Neil continued his studies achieving an MA in Twentieth Century History (Liverpool) and a PhD in History (Huddersfield). A keen politician, Neil has served as a councillor in West Lancashire and as a member of the Labour Party. In 2017 Neil was actively involved in Andy Burnham’s successful campaign to become Mayor of Greater Manchester. Neil is a published author and has written on a wide range of historical topics from the Labour Party to Traffic Policing in the UK.
“Life is a journey and to be experienced, insofar as when one door closes, another one always opens. Also, never give up on your aspirations.”
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