Alison McGovern

The Minister of State, Department for Work and Pensions

Labour MP for Birkenhead

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About your Member of Parliament

Your MP (Alison McGovern) represents you, and all of the people who live in Birkenhead, at the UK Parliament in Westminster.

MPs split their time between Parliament and their constituency. In Parliament, they debate and vote on new laws, review existing laws, and question the Government. In the constituency, their focus is on supporting local people and championing local issues. They have a small staff team who help with casework, maintain their diaries, and monitor their inbox.

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Labour MP for Birkenhead

Entered the House of Commons on 6 May 2010 — General election

Also represented Wirral South

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Topics of interest

Alison McGovern campaigned to remain in the European Union Source: BBC

  • Department for Work and Pensions
  • Department of Health and Social Care
  • International Development
  • Home Office
  • Department for Digital
  • Culture
  • Media and Sport
  • Children: Day Care
  • Universal Credit
  • Kickstart Scheme
  • Jobcentres: Staff
  • Employment: Young People

Currently held offices

  • The Minister of State, Department for Work and Pensions (since 8 Jul 2024)

Other offices held in the past

  • Shadow Minister (Work and Pensions) ( 4 Dec 2021 to 30 May 2024)
  • Member, Cultural Objects (Protection From Seizure) Bill Committee ( 9 Nov 2021 to 17 Nov 2021)
  • Shadow Minister (Digital, Culture, Media and Sport) (10 Apr 2020 to 4 Dec 2021)
  • Member, Treasury Committee ( 2 Mar 2020 to 11 May 2020)
  • Chair, Speaker's Advisory Committee on Works of Art (12 Dec 2017 to 6 Nov 2019)
  • Chair, Speaker's Advisory Committee on Works of Art (12 Dec 2017 to 6 Nov 2019)
  • Member, Treasury Sub-Committee (14 Sep 2017 to 6 Nov 2019)
  • Member, Treasury Committee (11 Sep 2017 to 6 Nov 2019)
  • Chair, Speaker's Advisory Committee on Works of Art (26 Oct 2016 to 3 May 2017)
  • Chair, Speaker's Advisory Committee on Works of Art (26 Oct 2016 to 3 May 2017)
  • Member, Speaker's Advisory Committee on Works of Art ( 1 Jul 2015 to 26 Oct 2016)
  • Shadow Minister (Treasury) ( 8 May 2015 to 18 Sep 2015)
  • Shadow Minister (Education) ( 5 Nov 2014 to 30 Mar 2015)
  • Shadow Minister (International Development) ( 7 Oct 2013 to 5 Nov 2014)
  • Opposition Whip (Commons) (11 Jan 2013 to 7 Oct 2013)
  • Member, Speaker's Advisory Committee on Works of Art (18 Nov 2010 to 30 Mar 2015)
  • Member, International Development Committee ( 2 Nov 2010 to 4 Feb 2013)

Previous MPs in this constituency

Future MPs in this constituency

Public bill committees (Sittings attended)

Recent appearances

  • Written Answers — Department for Work and Pensions: Unemployment: Basildon 20 Jun 2025

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  • Written Answers — Department for Work and Pensions: Jobcentres: Telford 19 Jun 2025

    Telford Jobcentre works closely with local employers and providers to support its customers. Our Work Coaches have tailored appointments to work closely with customers to understand their circumstances and needs. The Jobcentre offers customers a range of provision which includes job fairs, Sector-based Work Academy Programmes and Mentoring Circles to help those customers who are ready for...
  • Written Answers — Department for Work and Pensions: Employment Schemes: Mental Illness 18 Jun 2025

    There is a strong evidence base showing that work is generally good for physical and mental health and well-being. The right type of joined-up work and health support can prevent people falling out of work and support people to return, ensuring they gain the physical and mental benefits of employment. Therefore, we actively engage in collaborative action with a range of stakeholders,...

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