Lord Wharton of Yarm

Lord Wharton of Yarm's full title is The Lord Wharton of Yarm. His name is James Wharton, and he is a current member of the House of Lords.

Parliamentary career

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

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Current

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House membership

Lords
Lord Wharton of Yarm
2 September 2020 - Present

Party affiliation

Conservative
6 May 2010 - Present

Previous

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Representations

Stockton South [2010 - 2024]
Elected 2 times
6 May 2010 - 3 May 2017
Commons

Elections contested

Stockton South
8 June 2017
Commons

Government posts

Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for International Development)
Department for International Development
17 July 2016 - 12 June 2017
Commons
Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Department for Communities and Local Government) (Northern Powerhouse)
Department for Communities and Local Government
8 May 2015 - 17 July 2016
Commons

House membership

Commons
James Wharton
6 May 2010 - 3 May 2017

Committee memberships

Public Accounts Committee
12 July 2010 - 12 November 2012
Commons