Earl Ferrers

Earl Ferrers is deceased. His full title was The Rt Hon. the Earl Ferrers DL. His name was Robert Washington Shirley.

Parliamentary career

Find out about the Parliamentary career of Earl Ferrers, including posts and roles held.

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Party affiliation

Conservative
31 January 1955 - 13 November 2012

Government posts

Deputy Leader of the House of Lords
Office of the Leader of the House of Lords
1 January 1988 - 1 May 1997
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Deputy Leader of the House of Lords
Office of the Leader of the House of Lords
1 November 1979 - 31 May 1983
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House membership

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Earl Ferrers
31 January 1955 - 13 November 2012

Committee memberships