Member of the House of Lords
Lord Willis of Knaresborough
Liberal Democrat
At a glanceLord Willis of Knaresborough is a Liberal Democrat member of the House of Lords.
Lords divisions Lord Willis of Knaresborough 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
- Science and Technology Committee Committee since 27 Jan 2026
- Liberal Democrat Party since 1 May 1997
Voting record
| 13 Jul 2026 | Civil Aviation (Consumer Protection and Regulatory Reform) Bill [HL] | Content |
| 28 Apr 2026 | Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill | Content |
| 25 Mar 2026 | Crime and Policing Bill | Content |
| 25 Mar 2026 | Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill | Content |
| 25 Mar 2026 | Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill | Content |
| 25 Mar 2026 | Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill | Not Content |
| 25 Mar 2026 | Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill | Content |
| 25 Mar 2026 | Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill | Content |
| 24 Mar 2026 | English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill | Content |
| 24 Mar 2026 | English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill | Content |
| 24 Mar 2026 | English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill | Content |
| 24 Mar 2026 | English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill | Content |
| 23 Mar 2026 | Pension Schemes Bill | Content |
| 23 Mar 2026 | Pension Schemes Bill | Content |
| 23 Mar 2026 | Pension Schemes Bill | Content |
Full parliamentary career
Opposition posts
- Shadow Spokesperson (Education) · Department for Education 1 May 1997 – 5 May 2005
Committee memberships
- Northern Ireland Scrutiny Committee 30 Jan 2025 – 27 Jan 2026
- Public Services Committee 2 Feb 2022 – 30 Jan 2025
- National Plan for Sport and Recreation Committee · Chair 15 Oct 2020 – 24 Nov 2021
- Long-Term Sustainability of the NHS Committee 25 May 2016 – 5 Apr 2017
- Science and Technology Committee 27 Oct 2010 – 30 Mar 2015
- Commons Science and Technology · Chair 1 Oct 2009 – 6 May 2010
- Liaison Committee (Commons) 11 Jul 2005 – 6 May 2010
- Innovation, Universities, Science and Skills Committee · Chair 10 Mar 2008 – 30 Sep 2009
- Science, Innovation and Technology Committee · Chair 13 Jul 2005 – 30 Oct 2007
- Draft Human Tissue and Embryos Bill (Joint Committee) · Chair 15 May 2007 – 8 Aug 2007
- Draft Human Tissue and Embryos Bill (Joint Committee) 2 May 2007 – 8 Aug 2007
- Education & Employment 29 Mar 1999 – 13 Nov 2000
Previous seats
- Harrogate and Knaresborough · Elected 3 times 1 May 1997 – 6 May 2010
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Lord Willis of Knaresborough, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is Lord Willis of Knaresborough?
Lord Willis of Knaresborough is a member of the House of Lords. See Lord Willis of Knaresborough's official Parliament profile.
Which party does Lord Willis of Knaresborough represent?
Lord Willis of Knaresborough sits as Liberal Democrat in the House of Lords. See Lord Willis of Knaresborough's official Parliament profile.
How long has Lord Willis of Knaresborough sat in the House of Lords?
Lord Willis of Knaresborough has served in the House of Lords for 16 years, 1 month. See Lord Willis of Knaresborough's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for Lord Willis of Knaresborough?
Lord Willis of Knaresborough has no entries in the Register of Lords' Interests. See Lord Willis of Knaresborough's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.