A selection of Lord Bruce of Bennachie’s votes
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Generally voted for reducing housing benefit for social tenants deemed to have excess bedrooms (which Labour describe as the "bedroom tax") Show votes
8 votes for, 1 vote against, 8 absences, between 2012–2014.
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Almost always voted for a reduction in spending on welfare benefits Show votes
22 votes for, 0 votes against, 9 absences, between 2012–2015.
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Consistently voted against raising welfare benefits at least in line with prices Show votes
0 votes for, 5 votes against, in 2013.
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Generally voted against a referendum on the UK's membership of the EU Show votes
1 vote for, 2 votes against, 6 absences, between 2008–2014.
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Generally voted for reducing central government funding of local government Show votes
2 votes for, 0 votes against, 2 absences, between 2010–2015.
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Generally voted for more EU integration Show votes
38 votes for, 9 votes against, 21 absences, between 2006–2014.
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Recent appearances
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My Lords, this has been an interesting debate; there is clearly a desire to have an objective record of a dark and troubled time, but it is a hugely sensitive issue that is going to present major challenges. I absolutely agree that any history that glorifies terrorism or violence has no validity and can have no place. As the noble Lord, Lord Swire, said, people have looked at different...
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I think everybody would hope that the relationship between the UK and Scottish Government could be constructive and I congratulate Humza Yousaf. I understand that there has been a courteous exchange between him and the Prime Minister. Would not it be helpful if both the UK and Scottish Governments acknowledged that their nationalist ideologies have proved deeply divisive in the UK and...
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My Lords, it may be reasonable for the Scottish Government to have overseas representations to promote trade, investment and tourism, but is it not worth reminding them and indeed the wider Scottish public that the UK has an extensive network of high commissions, embassies and consulates which do exactly that for all regions of the UK, including Scotland, and all the citizens of the UK? Are...
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Liberal Democrat Peer
Entered the House of Lords on 19 November 2015
Previously MP for Gordon until 30 March 2015 — General election
Entered the House of Commons on 9 June 1983 — General election
Also represented Gordon
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Topics of interest
- Trade and Industry
- Environment Food and Rural Affairs
- Work and Pensions
- Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs
- Treasury
- Export Credits Guarantee Department
- Christmas
- Asbestos
- Bechtel
- Green Ministers
Currently held offices
- Member, Environment and Climate Change Committee (since 31 Jan 2023)
- Member, Common Frameworks Scrutiny Committee (since 17 Sep 2020)
- Member, EU Services Sub-Committee (since 23 Apr 2020)
- Liberal Democrat Lords Spokesperson (Scotland) (since 28 Oct 2016)
Other offices held in the past
- Liberal Democrat Spokesperson (Northern Ireland) (29 Aug 2019 to 31 Aug 2020)
- Member, EU Financial Affairs Sub-Committee (27 Jun 2017 to 23 Apr 2020)
- Deputy Leader, Liberal Democrats (29 Jan 2014 to 30 Mar 2015)
- Member, National Security Strategy (Joint Committee) (13 Jan 2010 to 30 Mar 2015)
- Member, Committees on Arms Export Controls (10 Mar 2008 to 30 Mar 2015)
- Member, Committees on Arms Export Controls (10 Mar 2008 to 30 Mar 2015)
- Member, Committees on Arms Export Controls (10 Mar 2008 to 30 Mar 2015)
- Chair, International Development Committee (14 Jul 2005 to 30 Mar 2015)
- Chair, International Development Committee (14 Jul 2005 to 30 Mar 2015)
- Member, International Development Committee (12 Jul 2005 to 14 Jul 2005)
- Member, Liaison Committee (Commons) (11 Jul 2005 to 30 Mar 2015)
- Shadow Secretary of State for Trade and Industry (1 Jun 2003 to 1 Jun 2005)
- Shadow Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills (1 Jun 2003 to 1 Jun 2005)
- Shadow Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (1 Jan 2001 to 1 Jan 2002)
- Member, Standards and Privileges Committee (3 Nov 1999 to 11 May 2001)
- Member, Treasury Committee (15 Nov 1995 to 31 Jul 1998)
- Member, Treasury & Civil Service Committee (28 Nov 1994 to 8 Nov 1995)
- Shadow Spokesperson (Treasury) (1 Jan 1994 to 1 Jan 1999)
- Member, Trade & Industry Committee (26 Oct 1992 to 28 Nov 1994)
- Member, Science, Innovation and Technology Committee (27 Apr 1992 to 9 Nov 1992)
- Shadow Spokesperson (Trade and Industry) (1 Jan 1992 to 1 Jan 1994)
- Shadow Spokesperson (Scotland) (1 Jan 1990 to 1 Jan 1992)
- Shadow Spokesperson (Energy and Climate Change) (1 Jan 1988 to 1 Jan 1989)
- Shadow Spokesperson (Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) (1 Jan 1988 to 1 Jan 1989)
- Member, Trade & Industry Committee (17 Jun 1987 to 15 Feb 1990)
- Shadow Spokesperson (Work and Pensions) (1 Jan 1987 to 1 Jan 1987)
- Shadow Spokesperson (Trade and Industry) (1 Jan 1987 to 1 Jan 1988)
- Shadow Spokesperson (Energy and Climate Change) (1 Jan 1985 to 1 Jan 1987)
- Member, Scottish Affairs Committee (9 Jun 1983 to 15 May 1987)
Public bill committees (Sittings attended)
Register of Members’ Interests
Last updated: 30 Mar 2015.
2. Remunerated employment, office, profession etc
£250 received from Wroxton College, Wroxton OX15 6PX, for preparing and delivering a talk on 7 May 2014. Hours: 2 hrs. (Registered 19 May 2014)
6. Overseas visits
Address of donor: 15 Queen Anne’s Gate, London SW1H 9BU
Amount of donation (or estimate of the probable value): £2,423, comprising £1,943 for flights and £480 for 4 nights at a hotel
Date of visit: 26 May to 29 May 2014
Purpose of visit: to meet with political and parliamentary figures including the President of the Republic, ministers, the British Ambassador, local public service centres, representatives of international organisations and human rights groups.
(Registered 4 July 2014)
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