Let's make this birthday one to remember.

74 years old (Born on June 13, 1950)

Happy Birthday, Nick Brown! It's been quite the journey from stepping into Parliament back in 1983 to whipping party rebellions into line—we never knew firm persuasion could be such an entertaining political art. Your legendary charm has steered countless policy debates and parliamentary shenanigans alike.

From heading multiple government departments with seasoned ease, to becoming Chief Whip—responsible for keeping MPs on their best behaviour (or at least pretending)—your wit has become a Westminster treasure. May your celebrations today reflect your unrivalled skill at securing unanimous support: always pleasantly persuasive, occasionally terrifyingly effective. Enjoy another whip-round of cheers!