The phrase
"prominent backbenchers" refers to members of a legislative body who are not part of the government or in leadership positions, but are well-known, influential, and respected within their party or among the public.
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«prominent»
«backbencher»
Sentences with «prominent backbenchers»
- The biographical sketches include the political giants of the period: Castlereagh, Canning, Peel, Palmeston, Lord John Russell and Lord Althorp, and prominent backbenchers such as William Wilberforce, «Orator» Henry Hunt and Joseph Hume. (totalpolitics.com)
- Many MPs had backed an early day motion by Graham Allen demanding a recall of parliament, with prominent backbenchers like Douglas Carswell, David Davis, Graham Stuart and Phillip Davies lending their support. (politics.co.uk)
- Labour politicians employing family members include shadow cabinet member Kate Osomor and prominent backbenchers Jess Phillips, Caroline Flit and Michael Dugher. (totalpolitics.com)
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