Profile

Former Labour Peer

Entered the House of Lords on 7 July 2004

Previously MP for Glasgow Cathcart until 14 May 2001 — General election

Left the House of Lords on 5 May 2025

Positions held at time of appointment: Labour Member of Parliament for Glasgow Cathcart. (from Number 10 press release)

Entered the House of Commons on 3 May 1979 — General election

Also represented Glasgow Cathcart

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Public bill committees (Sittings attended)

• Chairman, Health and Social Care Bill Committee (10 out of 14)
• Chairman, Social Security Fraud Bill Committee (3 out of 3)