It is wonderful at my stage of life to still be doing new things – so here is my first ever blog. To start, let me introduce myself. Born in Yorkshire and brought up in Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, I studied Veterinary Science at university. I have spent my career as a veterinary surgeon in practice, in…
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New Year quiz question
by Lord Norton • • 5 Comments
Here’s a question to start off the New Year. I like to think that it is Google-proof, but no doubt I shall soon be proved wrong! The answer can be gleaned, though, by a bit of careful research. Here are the clues: 1. I sit in the House of Lords. 2. I am unusual in…
Introduction into the Lords….
by Lord Norton • • 3 Comments
Howridiculous asked me to comment on my introduction to the Lords – what happened, who were my supporters, how long was it before I made my maiden speech? As I have mentioned before, there are two parts to becoming a member of the Lords. First, your peerage takes effect – you become a Lord. Second,…