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Former Labour Peer

Entered the House of Lords on 29 June 2004

Previously MP for West Bromwich East until 14 May 2001 — General election

Left the House of Lords on 13 August 2026

Positions held at time of appointment: Labour Member of Parliament for West Bromwich East. (from Number 10 press release)

Entered the House of Commons on 28 February 1974 — General election

Also represented West Bromwich East

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Other offices held in the past

• The Lord Commissioner of HM Treasury ( 1 Jan 1977 to 1 Jan 1979)
• Assistant Whip (HM Treasury) ( 1 Jan 1975 to 1 Jan 1977)