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How old was David Blunkett at the time of his resignation from the House of Commons?
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David Blunkett was 67 years old when he resigned from the House of Commons on May 16, 2015. His resignation came amid controversy over his lobbying activities and potential conflicts of interest. After an investigation by the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards, Blunkett acknowledged "errors of judgment" and stood down from his role as the Member of Parliament for Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough.
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