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Pam Cameron
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| Junior Minister Assisting the Deputy First Minister | |
| Assumed office 3 February 2024 Serving with Aisling Reilly
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| Preceded by | Declan Kearney (2022) |
| Member of the Legislative Assembly for South Antrim |
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| Assumed office 5 May 2011 |
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| Preceded by | Thomas Burns |
| Mayor of Antrim | |
| In office 2010–2011 |
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| Member of Antrim Borough Council |
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| In office 5 May 2005 – 22 May 2014 |
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| Preceded by | Paul Michael |
| Succeeded by | Council abolished |
| Constituency | Antrim Town |
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| Born |
Pamela Brown
30 December 1971 |
| Nationality | British |
| Political party | Democratic Unionist |
| Spouses | Ian Lewis (divorced) Michael Cameron |
| Children | 3 |
Pamela (Pam) Cameron, born on December 30, 1971, is a politician from Northern Ireland. She is a member of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP). Since 2024, she has served as a Junior Minister in the government of Northern Ireland.
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Pam Cameron's Political Journey
Starting in Local Government
Pam Cameron began her political career in local government. She was first elected to the Antrim Borough Council in 2005. This council helped manage local services and decisions for the Antrim area.
In 2010, Pam Cameron made history. She was chosen as the first woman Mayor of Antrim. This was a big step for her and for the local community. She served as Mayor until 2011.
Becoming an MLA
In 2011, Pam Cameron was elected to the Northern Ireland Assembly. This is the main law-making body for Northern Ireland. She represents the South Antrim constituency. An elected member of this Assembly is called an MLA.
Before becoming an MLA, Pam worked for another politician, Sammy Wilson. She managed his office, which gave her good experience in politics. When she was elected, she shared that she felt supported by people from different backgrounds.
Role as Junior Minister
In 2024, Pam Cameron took on a new important role. She became a Junior Minister in the Northern Ireland government. Junior Ministers help senior ministers with their duties. They work on important issues for the people of Northern Ireland.
As a Junior Minister, Pam Cameron helps with various tasks. She works alongside other politicians to make decisions. These decisions affect everyone living in Northern Ireland.
Pam Cameron's Family Life
Pam Cameron is married to Michael Cameron. He works as a civil servant in Northern Ireland. They have three children together.
