Lord Grantchester

Lord Grantchester's full title is The Lord Grantchester. His name is Christopher John Suenson-Taylor, and he is a current member of the House of Lords.

Parliamentary career

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

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Current

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House membership

Lords
Lord Grantchester
15 June 2026 - Present

Parliamentary party affiliation

Labour
27 November 1995 - Present

Committee memberships

Hybrid Instruments Committee (Lords)
22 June 2026 - Present
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European Affairs Committee
22 June 2026 - Present
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Previous

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House membership

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Lord Grantchester
31 October 2003 - 29 April 2026
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Lord Grantchester
27 November 1995 - 11 November 1999

Opposition posts

Shadow Spokesperson (Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy)
Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy
14 July 2016 - 19 January 2022
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Shadow Spokesperson (Energy and Climate Change)
Department of Energy and Climate Change
18 September 2015 - 19 January 2022
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Shadow Minister (Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
1 July 2014 - 17 May 2021
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Opposition Whip (Lords)
Whips Office (Lords)
8 October 2010 - 17 May 2021
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Committee memberships

Hybrid Instruments Committee (Lords)
6 December 2004 - 29 April 2026
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Land Use in England Committee
19 January 2022 - 28 November 2022
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Environment and Climate Change Committee
19 January 2022 - 30 January 2025
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Statutory Inquiries Committee
24 January 2024 - 16 September 2024
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European Affairs Committee
27 January 2026 - 29 April 2026
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