Matthew John David Hancock, commonly known as Matt Hancock, is a British politician who has held various ministerial positions, most notably as Secretary of State for Health and Social Care.
However, he resigned from the Cabinet in June 2021 following a scandal involving him violating COVID-19 restrictions.
He is currently an independent member of the House of Commons after leaving the Conservative Party.
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- Full name: Matthew John David Hancock
- Stage name: Matt Hancock
- Date of birth: October 2, 1978
- Age: 45 years old
- Place of birth: Chester, UK
- Nationality: UK
- Occupation: politician
- Height: 180cm
- Parents: Bill Hancock and Mary Dartnall Hancock
- Siblings: Emily Gilruth Hancock
- Spouses: Martha Hoyer Millar and Gina Coladangelo.
- Children: 3
- Dating relationship
- Net worth: £2.1 million
Early life and education
Matt Hancock is a British politician born in Chester, United Kingdom, on 2 October 1978. He was raised by his parents Bill Hancock and Mary Dartnall and has one sibling, Emily Gilruth.
Hancock attended primary school at Farndon District Primary School in Farndon, Cheshire, and then attended King’s School in Chester.
Career
Matt Hancock has continuously served as MP for West Suffolk since the 2010 general election. Despite his long career, his reputation was tarnished by his involvement in a scandal in November 2022 , causing him to be suspended from the Conservative Party.
Hancock has held various ministerial posts throughout his political career, including Secretary of State for Health and Social Care.
Matt Hancock has held a number of key roles in the UK government, including Cabinet Office Minister and Comptroller General from 2015 to 2016, Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Sports in 2018, and Minister of Health and Social Care from 2018 to 2021.
As Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Hancock oversaw the UK’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, making him a key figure in the country’s fight against the virus. After entering politics, Matt Hancock applied his experience and knowledge of digital initiatives and the cultural sector to his ministerial career.
Before that, he had a successful career as an economist and held various positions in the private sector. This diverse background has allowed him to bring a unique perspective to his role in government and make a positive impact for the country.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @matthancockmp
- Facebook manager: Matt Hancock
Personal life
Matt Hancock has been married to Martha Hoyer Millar, a chiropractor, for 15 years. They have three children together, a daughter and two sons. However, in 2021, the couple announced their separation. Matt Hancock is currently in a relationship with his former assistant, Gina Coladangelo.
Net value
Matt Hancock is a British politician who has held many ministerial positions. According to publicly available information, his net worth is estimated at £2.1 million.
This includes his salary as a Member of Parliament and any additional income or assets he may have. Politicians must disclose their financial information for transparency purposes.
