Lord Watson of Invergowrie

Lord Watson of Invergowrie's full title is The Lord Watson of Invergowrie. His name is Michael Goodall Watson, and he is a current member of the House of Lords.

Parliamentary career

Find out about the Parliamentary career of Lord Watson of Invergowrie, including posts and roles held.

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Current

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House membership

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Lord Watson of Invergowrie
6 November 1997 - Present

Party affiliation

Labour
31 October 2012 - Present

Committee memberships

Modern Slavery Act 2015 Committee
24 January 2024 - Present
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Previous

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Representations

Glasgow Central [1983 - 1997]
Elected 2 times
15 June 1989 - 1 May 1997
Commons

Party affiliation

Non-affiliated
23 September 2005 - 30 October 2012
Labour
15 June 1989 - 22 September 2005

House membership

Commons
Mike Watson
15 June 1989 - 1 May 1997

Opposition posts

Shadow Spokesperson (Education)
Department for Education
18 September 2015 - 28 April 2022
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Committee memberships

Public Accounts Committee
20 January 1995 - 21 March 1997
Commons
Draft Protection of Charities Bill (Joint Committee)
10 November 2014 - 3 February 2015
Lords
Education for 11–16 Year Olds Committee
31 January 2023 - 23 November 2023
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