Member of the House of Lords
Baroness Ashton of Upholland
Labour
At a glanceBaroness Ashton of Upholland is a Labour member of the House of Lords.
Lords divisions Baroness Ashton of Upholland has voted in. Content is a vote for the motion, Not Content against. Peers attend divisions ad hoc, so there is no attendance figure.
Biography
Current roles
- European Affairs Committee Committee since 31 Jan 2024
- Labour Party since 10 Nov 2023
Voting record
Full parliamentary career
Government posts
- Leader of the House of Lords and Lord President of the Council (Privy Council Office) · Privy Council Office 28 Jun 2007 – 3 Oct 2008
- Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Ministry of Justice) · Ministry of Justice 9 May 2007 – 28 Jun 2007
- Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Constitutional Affairs) · Department for Constitutional Affairs 9 Sep 2004 – 8 May 2007
- Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Education and Skills) (Sure Start, Early Years and Childcare) (also Department for Work and Pensions) · Department for Education and Skills 12 Jun 2003 – 9 Sep 2004
- Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Work and Pensions) (Sure Start, Early Years and Childcare) (also Department for Education and Science) · Department for Work and Pensions 12 Jun 2003 – 9 Sep 2004
- Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Education and Skills) (Early Years and School Standards) · Department for Education and Skills 12 Jun 2001 – 12 Jun 2003
Committee memberships
- UK Engagement with Space Committee · Chair 30 Jan 2025 – 20 Oct 2025
- Committee for Privileges and Conduct (Lords) 20 Nov 2007 – 26 Nov 2008
- Liaison Committee (Lords) 3 Jul 2007 – 7 Oct 2008
- Committee of Selection (Lords) 3 Jul 2007 – 7 Oct 2008
- House Committee (Lords) 3 Jul 2007 – 7 Oct 2008
- Procedure and Privileges Committee 3 Jul 2007 – 7 Oct 2008
- Standing Orders (Private Bills) Committee (Lords) 6 Dec 1999 – 11 May 2001
Party affiliation
- Non-affiliated 14 Oct 2008 – 9 Nov 2023
- Labour 2 Aug 1999 – 13 Oct 2008
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Baroness Ashton of Upholland, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Baroness Ashton of Upholland?
Baroness Ashton of Upholland is a member of the House of Lords. See Baroness Ashton of Upholland's official Parliament profile.
Which party does Baroness Ashton of Upholland represent?
Baroness Ashton of Upholland sits as Labour in the House of Lords. See Baroness Ashton of Upholland's official Parliament profile.
How long has Baroness Ashton of Upholland sat in the House of Lords?
Baroness Ashton of Upholland has served in the House of Lords for 26 years, 11 months. See Baroness Ashton of Upholland's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Baroness Ashton of Upholland?
Baroness Ashton of Upholland has no entries in the Register of Lords' Interests. See Baroness Ashton of Upholland's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.