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Mike Kane

Former Wyandotte County/Kansas City Unified Government Commissioner - District 5

District 5, Kansas

Mike Kane is currently a politician serving as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Wythenshawe and Sale East in the UK. He has held this position since he was elected in a by-election on February 14, 2014. As of July 9, 2024, he was appointed as the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Department for Transport, focusing on areas such as aviation and maritime security. Before becoming an MP, Kane had a diverse career. He worked as a primary school teacher after earning his PGCE from Manchester University in 1999. He was also involved in local politics, serving on the Manchester City Council from 1991 to 2008, where he became the Executive Member for Arts and Leisure. Additionally, he worked as an advisor for various political figures and organizations, including serving as Acting Chief Executive of Movement for Change, where he campaigned on issues like rogue landlords and legal loan sharks. His background in education and community activism has significantly influenced his political career and priorities