Thomas Buchanan (Unionist politician) facts for kids
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Thomas Buchanan
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Buchanan in 2021
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| Member of the Northern Ireland Assembly for West Tyrone |
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| Assumed office 26 November 2003 |
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| Preceded by | Oliver Gibson |
| Member of Omagh District Council |
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| In office 19 May 1993 – 22 May 2014 |
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| Preceded by | Harry Cairns |
| Succeeded by | Council abolished |
| Constituency | West Tyrone |
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| Born | 30 June 1963 Drumquin, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland |
| Nationality | British |
| Political party | Democratic Unionist Party |
| Occupation | Contractor |
Thomas Buchanan is a politician from Northern Ireland. He was born on July 30, 1963. He is a member of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP).
Since 2003, he has been a Member of the Northern Ireland Assembly (MLA). He represents the area of West Tyrone. As an MLA, he helps make decisions for Northern Ireland. He also speaks for the DUP on topics like victims' rights. He is part of the Northern Ireland Policing Board. This board helps oversee the police.
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Early Life and Education
Thomas Buchanan went to Langfield Primary School. He also studied at Castlederg Secondary School. Later, he attended Omagh Technical College.
Political Journey
Thomas Buchanan started his political career in 1993. He was elected to the Omagh District Council. This council helped manage local services in the Omagh area. He was the youngest member of the council at that time. In 2004, he became the Vice Chairman of the council.
Serving in the Assembly
In 2003, Thomas Buchanan was first elected to the Northern Ireland Assembly. This is the main law-making body for Northern Ireland. He won a seat for the West Tyrone area. He has continued to serve in the Assembly since then.
Views on Education
Thomas Buchanan believes in creationism. This is the belief that the world was created by a divine power. In September 2016, he supported an event. This event promoted teaching creationism in schools. He stated his belief that the world was created in six days.
Recent Political Activity
Thomas Buchanan was a candidate for the DUP. He ran in the West Tyrone area. This was for the 2024 United Kingdom general election.
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Buchanan in 2021
