Michael Denzil Xavier Portillo (born 26 May 1953) is a British journalist and former Conservative politician. Member of Parliament for Enfield Southgate (13 December 1984 – 1 May 1997), Member of Parliament for Kensington and Chelsea (25 November 1999 – 5 May 2005). He was considered a likely challenger to Major during the 1995 Conservative leadership contest, but he stayed loyal. Portillo retired from the Commons at the 2005 general election and concentrated on his media interests, presenting television and radio programmes.
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- Telegraph: I stand by core Tory values, says Portillo In the second round of the Tory leadership election Michael Portillo tried counter accusations that he no longer stood for core Conservative values.
- Telegraph: We need the courage to change, says Portillo Seeking to explain why he was standing for the leadership, Michael Portillo said that the Conservative Party must start a comprehensive policy re-think.
- Michael Portillo Official site, providing the former MP's contributions to public debate. Includes brief biography, articles, lectures and broadcasts.
- Telegraph: Portillo's dream shattered Michael Portillo said that he would not intend to seek office on the Conservative front bench after being eliminated from the leadership race.
- BBC News: Profile: Michael Portillo A look at Michael Portillo's carrier before stepping down as an MP at the 2004 election.
- Wikipedia: Michael Portillo Article updated by the public about the MP for Enfield Southgate from 1984 to 1997, for Kensington and Chelsea 1999 from 2005, serving as Secretary of State for Defence from 1995 to 1997. Includes biography, political career, later activities, with references and related links.