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About Michael Shanks
Michael Shanks represents the people who live in Rutherglen,
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 Rutherglen
Entered the House of Commons on 6 October 2023 — Byelection
Also represented Rutherglen and Hamilton West
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Currently held offices
- Minister of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) (since 6 Sep 2025)
- Minister of State (Department for Business and Trade) (since 6 Sep 2025)
Other offices held in the past
- Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero) ( 9 Jul 2024 to 6 Sep 2025)
- Shadow Minister (Scotland) (28 Nov 2023 to 30 May 2024)
Previous MPs in this constituency
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