Louis Besson
French politician
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Louis Besson (born 6 May 1937 in Barby, Savoie, France) is a French politician and member of the French Socialist Party. He served several terms in the National Assembly, and was the Minister for Housing and Transportation from 11 December 1990 to 15 May 1991.[1][2] He is particularly known for his support for the protection of agriculture in natural mountain areas.[3]
PresidentJacques Chirac
Prime MinisterLionel Jospin
Preceded byPierre-André Périssol
Succeeded byMarie-Noëlle Lienemann
Louis Besson | |
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 Louis Besson in 2004 | |
| Secretary of State for Housing | |
| In office 4 June 1997 – 27 March 2001 | |
| President | Jacques Chirac |
| Prime Minister | Lionel Jospin |
| Preceded by | Pierre-André Périssol |
| Succeeded by | Marie-Noëlle Lienemann |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 6 May 1937 |
| Party | Socialist Party |
| Alma mater | Grenoble Institute of Political Studies |
