Former Member of Parliament
John Cartwright
Independent SDP MP for Woolwich
At a glanceJohn Cartwright was a Independent SDP MP for Woolwich.
Early day motions
| 5 Mar 1992 | PARENTAL CHOICE AND CATHOLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN GREENWICH | 2 sig. |
| 11 Feb 1991 | CHARGES FOR TELEVISION LISTINGS | 1 sig. |
Full parliamentary career
Other posts
- Member, Labour Party National Executive Committee 1 Aug 1976 – 31 Jul 1978
- Member, Labour Party National Executive Committee 1 Aug 1971 – 31 Jul 1975
Committee memberships
- Defence Committee 28 Nov 1986 – 16 Mar 1992
- Procedure Committee 20 Nov 1980 – 9 Jun 1983
- Defence Committee 3 May 1979 – 31 Mar 1982
Previous seats
- Woolwich · Elected 2 times 9 Jun 1983 – 9 Apr 1992
- Woolwich East · Elected 2 times 10 Oct 1974 – 9 Jun 1983
Elections contested
- Woolwich 9 Apr 1992
- Bexleyheath 28 Feb 1974
- Bexley 18 Jun 1970
Party affiliation
- Independent SDP 3 Jun 1990 – 9 Apr 1992
- Social Democratic Party 2 Mar 1981 – 3 Jun 1990
- Labour 10 Oct 1974 – 2 Mar 1981
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about John Cartwright, answered from official Parliament data.
Who is John Cartwright?
John Cartwright was a Member of Parliament who represented Woolwich in the House of Commons. See John Cartwright's official Parliament profile.
Which party did John Cartwright represent?
John Cartwright sat as Independent SDP. See John Cartwright's official Parliament profile.
Which constituency did John Cartwright represent?
John Cartwright was the Member of Parliament for Woolwich. See John Cartwright's official Parliament profile.
What registered interests are listed for John Cartwright?
John Cartwright has no entries in the Register of Members' Financial Interests. See John Cartwright's official Parliament profile.
Source: this MP's official Parliament profile. Last updated 27 Jul 2026.