Lord Grantchester

Lord Grantchester's full title is The Lord Grantchester. His name is Christopher John Suenson-Taylor, and he was excluded from the House of Lords on 29 April 2026.

Parliamentary career

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

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Parliamentary party affiliation

Labour
27 November 1995 - 29 April 2026

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