The 7th Marquess of Salisbury, born on February 24, 1960, is a British nobleman and politician. His full name is Robert Edward Peter Gascoyne-Cecil. He succeeded to the title in 2003, following the death of his father, the 6th Marquess. The Marquess is known for his involvement in the House of Lords and has held various positions within the Conservative Party. As a member of the Cecil family, the 7th Marquess has a long lineage connected to British politics. His family has produced several prominent politicians, including his great-grandfather, Lord Salisbury, who served as Prime Minister in the late 19th century.